TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Jakarta governor Joko Widodo (Jokowi)'s name has been rising as a potential presidential candidate in the 2014 Presidential Election.
Despite the objections of some parties, his name remains the favorite in various surveys. Responding to this euphoria, what is the comment of deputy governor Basuki Purnama Tjahaja (Ahok)?
Ahok said he has yet to talk about this matter with Jokowi. However, Ahok claimed to be ready to govern Jakarta if he is entrusted with such task. "I remember an advice from the late Pak Taufik Kiemas: If you want to be a politician, you must not only target to become a governor, but you must also target to become a president."
During his time at the office, Ahok has been assigned heavy duties by the governor. Ahok managed to control the demolition of three markets: Tanah Abang, Pasar Minggu, and Jatinegara. "A deputy must be ready to do whatever task he was asked to do," he said.
ANGGRITA DESYANI
