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Throughout 2014-2018, the majority of our nation was amazed by the rejuvenated Indonesia’s noble aspirations. But it proved hurtful, with discourse later appearing to be nothing more than the manipulation of “longings”.

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Call of Longing

Throughout 2014-2018, the majority of our nation was amazed by the rejuvenated Indonesia’s noble aspirations. But it proved hurtful, with discourse later appearing to be nothing more than the manipulation of “longings”.

Language Without Character

Soekarno's use of language, similar to that of Hatta, always upheld the nation, possessed character and glorified his paragons. The political language of the two founders of this nation was never a betrayal.

Where Are We Heading With Independence?

Amid the impacts of the pandemic, it is very relevant for us to continue to remember the historical awareness in the context of the colonial realm versus the realm of independence as a universal dichotomy.

Nationalism Sans Nationalism

For decades, the people of Indonesia have least felt the call to wake and breathe daily in the cycle and climate of honorable, beautiful and sublime national life.

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