Remaja Kritik Larangan Perpisahan di Sekolah dan Penggusuran Rumah, Dedi Mulyadi: "Jangan Sok Kaya"

Summary

In this conversation, a discussion unfolds about financial challenges, school-related costs, and family struggles. The mother expresses concerns over her child's graduation fees and the financial burden, questioning whether the school event is truly necessary. The dialogue explores the concept of poverty and personal responsibility, with the father offering a critical perspective on the mother’s financial decisions and lifestyle choices, emphasizing the importance of living within means. The conversation highlights the conflicting views on education, social expectations, and how economic realities affect personal and family decisions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The conversation revolves around school-related expenses, such as graduation fees and the importance of memories associated with school events.
• 😀 The mother discusses her family's financial situation, explaining that she is a housewife while the father works as a bottle trader.
• 😀 The question of whether the child should contribute to graduation fees is raised, with the mother agreeing that paying is important for the child's mental well-being and memories.
• 😀 There is mention of additional school expenses like photography, with prices ranging from 450,000 to 500,000 IDR for memories.
• 😀 The mother suggests that while graduation is important, it should not burden the family financially, and that some expenses could be saved for college.
• 😀 A critique is presented on the mother's living situation, as she resides in a rented house near a riverbank, leading to a discussion about financial choices and priorities.
• 😀 The conversation shifts to a broader criticism about people's expectations, questioning the appropriateness of living in a modest environment while demanding financial support.
• 😀 There is mention of a past eviction experience, with the mother feeling that there was a lack of consultation or fairness during the process.
• 😀 The mother emphasizes that she is asking for justice, not charity, highlighting the lack of consultation during the eviction and her financial struggles.
• 😀 The father counters that while people may be poor, they shouldn't pretend to be wealthy or demand unnecessary luxuries like graduation ceremonies if they can't afford them.

Q & A

What school does the speaker's child attend?

The speaker's child attends SMA 1 Cikarang, a public school located in the North of Cikarang.

Is the school tuition-free?

Yes, the school does not charge tuition fees.

What is the cost of the graduation fee mentioned in the conversation?

The graduation fee mentioned was around IDR 1.2 million.

What is the mother's occupation?

The mother is a housewife.

What is the father's occupation?

The father works as a businessman, specifically selling bottles, including gasoline bottles.

Does the mother agree with paying for the graduation event?

Yes, the mother agrees that it is acceptable to pay for the graduation event, as it provides lasting memories for the child.

What is the speaker's opinion about the cost of photographs during the graduation?

The speaker mentions that the cost for photographs during the graduation is IDR 500,000, and expresses awareness of the cost being high, similar to the previous costs in SMP (junior high school).

What is the mother's view on the financial situation?

The mother suggests that, while the costs are high, it is important to make the payment for the event if it helps the child’s mental development, but she also acknowledges the importance of not overburdening the family financially.

What is the situation regarding the speaker's home?

The speaker currently lives in a rented house, and the rent is being paid on an installment basis. The family does not own a house.

What does the speaker ask regarding the land they live on?

The speaker asks whether they should pay for the land they are living on, which belongs to someone else, questioning why they are not compensated for living there.