"Dream - The date of August 17 always holds a special moment for all Indonesian people. This independence day not only celebrates the struggles that have been endured but also reminds us of the wise words of Ir. Soekarno, the Proclaimer and first President of the Republic of Indonesia. The wise words of Ir. Soekarno on August 17 often serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for many. In every independence celebration, these wise words invite us to reflect and realize the true meaning of the independence that we enjoy today."

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "1. "Independence is not just a right, but an obligation to defend it and fill it with progress." 2. "We are free not just for ourselves, but for all the people of Indonesia." 3. "If I were to be given two lives by God, I would dedicate both of these lives to my homeland and my nation." 4. "A great nation is a nation that honors the services of its heroes and continues to fight.""

Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "5. “Independence is only obtained and possessed by a nation whose spirit burns with the determination 'Freedom, freedom or death'!” 6. “Independence is the result of unity and determination. Let us safeguard and defend it.” 7. “Build a world where all nations live in peace and brotherhood.” 8. “Never forget the struggle of the heroes. They are our greatest inspiration.” 9. “Independence is the beginning of the journey towards glory, not the end of the struggle.”"

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "10. “The time has come to convince the world that I am not a Japanese puppet.” 11. “Give me ten young men, and I will shake the world.” 12. “Do not let the independence we have achieved go to waste. Continue to fight for our shared ideals.” 13. “The awakening of the nation begins with our awareness of the true meaning of independence.” 14. “Independence is a right that must be defended with spirit and courage.”"

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "17. "Do not forget the history of our struggle. Use the spirit of August 17 as a motivation for the future." 18. "The independence we achieved must be valued with hard work and determination that never fades." 19. “A thousand old people can dream, one young person can change the world.” 20. “One cannot serve God without serving fellow humans. God resides in the hut of the poor.” 21. “Learning without thinking is useless, but thinking without learning is very dangerous!”"

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "22. "Independence is the result of hard work and determination. Let us continue that struggle with a new spirit." 23. "Only a nation that dares to take its fate into its own hands will be able to stand strong." 24. "Independence Day is the right moment to rebuild our spirit and determination." 25. "We must continue to uphold and carry on the spirit of struggle that has been instilled by the heroes." 26. "Independence is the responsibility of all of us. Let us fulfill it with spirit and dedication."

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "27. “Whoever wants pearls must dare to dive into the deep ocean.” 28. “If a young person aged 21-22 years does not struggle at all, has no ambitions, and does not strive for the homeland and the nation, it would be better to shave their head.” 29. “Do not let the spirit of independence fade away. Use today to reflect and commit to the nation.” 30. “Independence is not the end, but the beginning of our struggle to build a better nation.”"

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "31. “Hang your dreams as high as the sky! Dream as high as the sky. If you fall, you will fall among the stars.” 32. "Rise with the spirit of the heroes' struggle and make this nation better." 33. "Independence is a right that must be defended with unending spirit and courage." 34. “I prefer a painting of the ocean with its roaring waves than a painting of a peaceful rice field.”"

"35. “My struggle is easier because I am fighting against the colonizers, but your struggle will be more difficult because you are fighting against your own people.” Thus is the collection of wise words from Ir. Soekarno on August 17, which is full of meaning and motivation for the younger generation. These words are hoped to inspire us all to continue to fight and build a better Indonesia."