Ganjar Pranowo: Scorned And Bullied Are Risks That Sometimes We Must Take

Ganjar Pranowo/DOC. Central Java Provincial Government Public Relations Via ANTARA

JAKARTA - In the latest upload on his Instagram account, Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo talks about determination and attitude. The matter of bullying or insults is considered a risk-reward that must be taken.

“Scolding and bullying is a risk that sometimes we have to take from that choice. Because indeed what we do cannot always satisfy everyone," said Ganjar via his Instagram account ganjar_pranowo, Thursday, March 30.

Amidst the clamor that Indonesia has canceled from hosting the U-20 World Cup, this statement was made by Ganjar in the context of the struggle against intolerance, radicalism, and terrorism.

"I always remind and emphasize that the fight against intolerance, radicalism, and terrorism is a never-ending commitment. We carry out this struggle in various ways and strategies. It can be education, seminars, diplomacy, or even other methods that may not be popular with the public," said Ganjar.

"What is certain is that our goal is to maintain peace and unity in this Republic that we love. Greetings,” he said.

Ganjar uploaded a question-and-answer video with Jack Harun, a former convict of the Bali Bomb I terrorism. At that time Jack Harun talked about his experience of being a terrorist until he repented. In a question and answer session in front of an audience, Ganjar emphasized his attitude towards protecting the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia and fighting intolerance.

Ganjar gave an example when he asked for a 'political contract' with the school principal regarding the teaching of intolerance. Ganjar emphasized not tolerating intolerance.

Still, whatever topics Ganjar discusses, the latest uploads per day are invaded by netizens. Indonesia's cancellation of hosting the U-20 World Cup is still a major highlight.

In Ganjar's upload, last Wednesday, March 29, the comments column was jammed with up to 264 thousand comments. Netizens questioned Ganjar's attitude in rejecting the participation of the Israeli National Team in the U-20 World Cup, as previously stated by his colleague at PDIP, Governor of Bali Wayan Koster.