Stunning speech<\/p>\n
I'm not a follower of Megawati. In fact, I used to think that
\nMegawati, the chairwoman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of
\nStruggle (PDI Perjuangan), was too quiet. A leader should be more
\noutspoken. Her July 29 speech, however, has changed my impression
\nabout her shyness and lack of confidence.<\/p>\n
Her speech was superb. It was touching and most impressive.
\nShe deserves an A-plus for her speech. Megawati appeared full of
\nconfidence. She was expressive and compassionate, with her
\nemotions flowing naturally.<\/p>\n
She looked upset and angry when referring to injustices. And
\nbroke into tears when talking about the long suffering endured by
\nthe people in Aceh. On the other hand, she had to unavoidably
\nsmile shyly when she wasn't sure how to pronounce "Rio de
\nJaneiro" correctly.<\/p>\n
I believe that many people were stunned by her speech and her
\nappearance at the time. Supposing Megawati's appearance was in an
\nAmerican presidential-style debate, such as the Clinton-Bush
\ndebate before Clinton's first term in 1992, I'm sure that
\nMegawati would have had won the highest ratings. Like President
\nClinton at the time, Megawati would have won people's hearts with
\nher charm.<\/p>\n
Besides that, however, Megawati has got some other strong
\npoints in herself -- her consistence, patience and dedication to
\npeople.<\/p>\n
And last but not least, her simplicity and honesty. Well done,
\nMegawati!<\/p>\n
JENNY LAURITZ<\/p>\n
Jakarta<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/stunning-speech-1447899208", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }