Worsening situation

Worsening situation

From Jurnal Indonesia

I'm concerned that the economy is worsening. Many factors
support my concern. After current developments, many people have
voiced disappointment with President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur"
Wahid's administration. This disappointment will certainly give
rise to political opposition and clashes, until eventually there
will be no political stability. Economic instability will follow.
And again, needy people will fall victim.

For example, after Thursday's announcement of the new Cabinet,
many criticized the Cabinet. The criticism is natural as the
Cabinet composition doesn't comply with people's desires. People
want a Cabinet composed of professionals. But, factually, Gus Dur
prefers to choose the people closest to him as ministers.

So, the appointment of the ministers is not objective but
subjective according to Gus Dur's desire. Though the Cabinet has
not been installed yet, many people are pessimistic regarding its
performance. The most regrettable thing is that the unfortunate
situation will impede economic recovery.

That's why I predict the economy won't get better but will
worsen. The problem is there is an absence of political stability
due to political antagonism and clashes which always happen. The
political elite must stop quibbling. Remember, we are in the
reform era, why do you keep bickering? Don't you have any pity
for the average citizen?

SUMARDI HARJO

Depok, West Java