Is idealism dying?

Is idealism dying?

From Pikiran Rakyat

On reading Dr. Ruslan Abdulgani's article titled Erosion of
Nationalism in Indonesian Society I feel compelled to express my
concern.

The tide of individualism and materialism are constantly
eroding the rock of nationalism and patriotism. It seems that
individualistic and materialistic thinking is also affecting
social behavior in our society, thus conflicting with the values
we are trying to instill in people.

I am not anti-modernization, nor am I anti-westernization.
However, I do love Indonesia. In view of the existing realities
the question that arises in my mind is: Are idealism, nationalism
and patriotism dying in this beloved country?

I therefore call on Indonesians of the younger generation to
get to work and to resist the creeping influences of
westernization.

SUKADI

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