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The Ethical Journey of The March Sisters: A Study in Morality and Growth Girsang, Martina; Ardauli, Cindy
Holistic Science Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Nasional Holistic Sciences
Publisher : Lembaga Riset Mutiara Akbar NOMOR AHU-0003295.AH.01.07 TAHUN 2021

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/hs.v5i1.897

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Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women (1868) remains a cornerstone of American literature, depicting the challenges and growth of four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—during the American Civil War. This paper explores central themes in the novel, focusing on the tension between individual desires and societal expectations, particularly regarding women’s roles in the 19th century. Alcott addresses how each sister grapples with personal and societal pressures: Jo rejects traditional gender roles in favor of independence and writing, while Meg embraces femininity and marriage. The paper also examines the moral and emotional conflicts faced by the characters as they balance personal ambitions with family obligations. By analyzing character development, symbolism, and narrative structure, the study demonstrates how Little Women is not only a reflection of its time but also a timeless exploration of family, identity, and the pursuit of happiness. The novel's examination of feminine duty and domesticity continues to resonate with contemporary debates on gender and societal roles.
Failed persuasion: the linguistic dynamics of dpr’s public addresses and their role in escalating civil unrest Sitinjak, Vivi Novalia; Silalahi, Rachael Joy N; Ersan, Ronaldo; Ardauli, Cindy
EDUCTUM: Journal Research Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Eductum: Journal Research
Publisher : Lembaga Riset Mutiara Akbar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/ejr.v5i2.1534

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This study examines the failure of political persuasion in public discourse by examining the language strategies used in statements by members of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) during the civil unrest on August 25–28, 2025. Using a Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) approach, this study analyzes how word choice, expressions of judgment, use of modality, and ideological positions in political speech actually fuel public anger rather than producing a persuasive effect. The research data includes verified public statements, media transcripts, and official quotations circulating during the escalation period. The results show that the failure of persuasion occurred due to a discursive mismatch between elite political narratives and the socio-economic conditions of society. These findings enrich the study of political discourse by viewing the failure of persuasion as a linguistic process influenced by power imbalances, lack of context sensitivity, and ideological differences.