By kharrazi on Skatehive
I must write this here, for this is the only platform that cannot be censored or silenced. At the very least, I am grateful that I have spoken the truth amid the chaos of disaster, even as life in Sumatra—especially in Aceh—remains uncertain and far from normal. One truth must not be forgotten: when leaders rely solely on statistics to guide policy, there will always be citizens left behind, treated as second-class in their own country. Due to the disruption of roads and bridges, residents of Aceh Tengah and Bener Meriah regencies are forced to walk to Bireun Regency, Lhokseumawe City, and Aceh Utara Regency. They carry various farm produce (such as chili, potatoes, etc.) to sell, and staple goods (such as rice, eggs, cooking oil, etc.) to bring back home. They travel tens of kilometers on difficult terrain. Photo from my personal gallery, taken near the Aceh Utara–Bener Meriah border. Roads and bridges were cut off due to the devastating flash floods. The location is near the border b