Young people and politics

Young people and politics

From Merdeka

It is very strange if Ismail Hasan Metareum of the United Development Party (PPP) says that Sri Bintang Pamungkas' rejection against the renomination of Soeharto as a presidential candidate is regarded as a mistake.

Indeed, the nation needs this honesty and courage, as demonstrated by Sri Bintang, if it is to be called a great nation and be able to honor the principle of freedom of expression.

A social figure such as Sri Bintang is actually an idol of the younger generation. Such bravery and true perception, of the principle of democracy, are essential for a political figure even at the cost of position, facility and income. I feel pessimistic at having PPP still play an attractive role in the political arena without ideal figures.

Be assured that in due course we will realize that what is perceived as wrong today will be accepted as fundamental truth in the future. Do not belittle the potential voice of the younger generation because, after all, PPP is not a monopoly of the people of over 50.

S. WIDHYA

Jakarta