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Jangan hanya ya-ya-ya. Tuan terpelajar, bukan yes-man…

“Jangan hanya ya-ya-ya. Tuan terpelajar, bukan yes-man. Kalau tidak sependapat, katakan. Belum tentu kebenaran ada pada pihakku ...” quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
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““Jangan hanya ya-ya-ya. Tuan terpelajar, bukan yes-man. Kalau tidak sependapat, katakan. Belum tentu kebenaran ada pada pihakku ...””

Pramoedya Ananta Toer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Encourages speaking truth and dissent, warning against blind agreement and the belief that truth lies only with oneself.

In simple terms: Speak up, don’t just agree; truth isn’t one‑sided.

Key Takeaway

Challenge authority and seek diverse perspectives.

Themes

truth courage dissent intellectual honesty social responsibility critical thinking

Mood

thoughtful assertive inspirational

Type

literary political

When to use this quote

  • academic debates
  • community organizing
  • media commentary
  • educational curricula
  • personal decision‑making

Key Concepts

Postcolonial literature political activism ethical discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you remained silent despite disagreement?
  • How can dissent be expressed constructively?
A Different Perspective

Risk of alienation or backlash.

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