Why not resign gracefully?

Why not resign gracefully?

From Koran Tempo

Politics is merely a game and a fact of life. Even Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid has become the president of the Republic of Indonesia. Gus Dur himself once said: "Who would have thought that a man who is unable to read can become a president". It is not unusual for a blind man to by heart the Holy Koran and become a cleric. But Gus Dur is the first blind man on this planet to lead a nation. This is a great honor indeed bestowed on Gus Dur.

For that reason, Gus Dur must also be able to accept the fact that with his physical limitations he is no longer able to lead this nation. If he could accept this magnanimously, he would certainly be greatly honored by both his foes and friends.

The people of this country can no longer bear or afford to see Gus Dur stay in power.

Gus Dur should resign gracefully rather than be ousted by the strike of the gavel in the special session of the People's Consultative Assembly. He should become an advisor for our future leaders. This will give him perpetual respect. It is hoped that this respectable figure from Ciganjur will hear this appeal.

INDRAWAN GARCIANO

Jakarta