JAKARTA - Actor and director, Reza Rahadian, assessed that the meaning of independence does not only stop at historical recognition, but also concerns the fulfillment of civil rights and freedom of thought.
"For me, the meaning of independence is very related to fulfilling civil rights, then it also means freedom of thought and opinion," said Reza, quoted by Antara, Saturday, August 16.
Reza said that although Indonesia has historically been independent since August 17, 1945, equitable benefits of independence are still a challenge.
"By our default is indeed an independent nation. Historically that's a fact, but can equality about independence be enjoyed by everyone? That's a different question," he explained.
Reza assessed that every era has its own challenges and homework (PR) to expand the reach of independence evenly.
In this case, the role of the government is crucial to encourage this equity in various sectors.
"There is still a lot of homework that I think will have its own homework every time. Now that's the government's function to then encourage equitable distribution," he said.
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As an art actor, Reza also highlighted the importance of cultural and creative roles in supporting the progress of the nation.
In the momentum of the commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia, he hopes that the art world will get more serious attention, given its great potential for national development.
"Hopefully in the arts, of course, how can art be seen as something very potential to support the progress of this nation," he concluded.
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