In a recent podcast on the YouTube channel Akbar Faizal Uncensored, the Chairman of the Consultative Assembly of the Ummat Party, Amien Rais, announced his support for former General Prabowo Subianto in the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election. This endorsement came after Rais' preferred candidate, Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan, withdrew from the race.
Rais stated that he and the Ummat Party would support Prabowo over other potential candidates, including Ganjar Pranowo, due to their personal relationship and his belief that Prabowo is a better choice than Ganjar. Rais cited Prabowo's strengths and weaknesses as factors in his decision to support him.
Although Rais has a history of supporting Prabowo, he did not express disappointment over Prabowo's decision to join President Joko Widodo's Cabinet in 2019. Rais maintained that Prabowo is still a good friend of his.
It is worth noting that the 2023 Presidential Election registration period has not yet begun, and there is still some uncertainty regarding who will ultimately be nominated as a candidate. However, Rais' endorsement of Prabowo suggests that the former General may have a significant advantage heading into the campaign.
In addition to Prabowo and Ganjar, Rais also expressed his support for another potential candidate, former Army Chief of Staff Gatot Nurmantyo. Nevertheless, it appears that his endorsement ultimately rests with Prabowo, whom he has known and supported for years.
Reviewed by Gosip Dunia
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April 15, 2023
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