In addition to the grandson of a hero with a strong nationalism, Anies also has strong influence of western education and political thoughts.
ANIES seems to be dancing on the big political stage of Indonesia in the backdrop of full diversity.
As Anies’ popularity has grown rapidly, so has Anies’ identity politics. On the one hand he is known as a liberal, on the other hand he is considered intimate with the power of political Islam.
Political adage is a matter of interest, which Anies can’t avoid, who has Javanese and Arabic ancestry. The former rector of Paramadina University and the initiator of Indonesia Mengajar.
In addition to the grandson of a hero with a strong nationalism, Anies also received a lot of western education thoughts.
National and religious issues cannot be seen and considered simple. There is an aspect of history where ideology and politics fill that space. Discourse on religion and state or nationality cannot be judged in black and white but also cannot be placed in a gray area.
There are aspects of spiritual ideal consciousness and material rational consciousness needed to bring it about. Religion and the state cannot be seen as concepts of a secular relationship.
But it is also important to review more fully the concept of ke-kaffah both if it is considered as the best option or solution.
Interestingly, when we talk about Anies’ figure and his future leadership possibility, we nred to figure out the landscape and environment of the Indonesia contemporary politics.
Some clusters offer residential comfort and social identification. Does Anies’ figure represent exclususively Islamic, Nationalist, Capitalist, or Marxist?
Is Anies preparing himself to become a member of one of the basic communities of civilization? Or view all of it as a process that continues to grow and dynamic including choosing flexibility in building patterns of interaction between the several ideologies and political streams.
Whether it’s tactical or strategic in the name of synergy and elaboration, they will become fundamental political instruments in their political projections.
Like Soekarno playing with Nasakom. Everything has its own consequences and risks.
Will the governor of Jakarta, who is close to the edge of the courtyard of the State Palace, have his own attitude that is far from mainstream and a practical political necessity?
People are waiting for Anies’ action. Will he dance with the wolves? Or just joke with the Tiger? Could Anies be able to stay away from the circus performances of wild animals? Will Anies feel the desire of his heart and belief even in solitude to avoid the complaints of the people?
The people needed answers and Anies did not take long to complete them. Will Anies choose the ideal path for his journey? Or Anies is more rational to reach the stage of power?
Only God knows.
Op-Ed by: Yusuf Blegur
Social Activist, from Human Luhur Berdikari Foundation
