Review Journal “PRESUPPOSITION IN THE JAKARTA POST’S POLITICAL ARTICLES: A PRAGMATICS APPROACH”

Review Journal “PRESUPPOSITION IN THE JAKARTA POST’S POLITICAL ARTICLES: A PRAGMATICS APPROACH”

Title

"Presupposition in The Jakarta Post's Political Articles: A Pragmatics Approach" Based on the findings I read previously, it can be concluded that the types of presuppositions in The Jakarta Post's political articles are influenced by the triggers of presuppositions. In particular, the most common type, existential presuppositions, are mainly triggered by definite descriptions, indicating that writers in The Jakarta Post's political columns often use entities such as people, things, problems, and objects to convey political information to readers.

Abstract

It succinctly summarizes the study's main objective, which is to analyze the different kinds of presuppositions and their triggers in political articles from The Jakarta Post. The most common presumption types identified in the articles are mentioned in the abstract, along with a list of triggers that affect these types. It also implies a connection between the different kinds of presuppositions and their causes in political publications. Overall, the abstract successfully captures the main ideas of the paper in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner.

Keywords

The keywords "presupposition, types of presupposition, triggers of presupposition, political column, The Jakarta Post" effectively represent the content and focus of the article as they highlight the key elements of the study, such as the analysis of presupposition types and triggers within political articles from The Jakarta Post.

Introduction

The introductions clearly outline the focus of the research, which is to investigate presupposition in political articles from The Jakarta Post. The introductions provide a brief overview of the types of presupposition and triggers being analyzed, as well as the significance of understanding these elements in political discourse. Additionally, this set the stage for the study by highlighting the most frequent types of presupposition found in the articles and the various triggers that influence them. Overall, the introductions effectively establish the context and rationale for the study, leading the reader into the research question and objectives.

Method

The methodology used in the study, which involves a descriptive qualitative approach to analyze presupposition types and triggers in political articles from The Jakarta Post, is appropriate for the research question. The method of data collection, selection of articles through purposive sampling, and the identification and classification of presupposition types demonstrate thoroughness in the research process. The methodology is detailed enough to allow for reproducibility of the study by providing clear steps for data interpretation and analysis.

Result and Discussion

The paper are effectively presented and discussed in relation to the research question and existing literature. The study identifies the most frequent types of presupposition in political articles from The Jakarta Post, such as existential, factive, lexical, structural, non-factive, and counterfactual presuppositions. The discussion delves into the relationship between these types and the triggers that influence them, aligning with existing literature on presupposition analysis in journalistic texts. The presentation of results and their discussion contribute to a comprehensive understanding of presupposition in political discourse, addressing the research question effectively.

Conlusion

Based on the findings that types of presupposition in political articles from The Jakarta Post are influenced by presupposition triggers, it can be concluded that the relationship between types and triggers is significant. Specifically, existential presuppositions, triggered by definite descriptions, stand out as the most prevalent type in conveying political information to readers. This suggests that writers in The Jakarta Post's political column frequently utilize entities like person, something, problems, and things to effectively communicate political content to their audience.

References

The reference list in the article "Presupposition in The Jakarta Post’s Political Articles: A Pragmatics Approach" is adequate and relevant in supporting the content of the study. The references cited include key works in pragmatics, presupposition analysis, and journalistic discourse, such as Yule, Sugiyono, Khaleel, Alwasilah, Zare et al., and Levinson. These references provide a solid theoretical foundation and contextual background for the research on presupposition in political articles from The Jakarta Post, enhancing the credibility and scholarly value of the study.

References

        Zaman Fadhly, F., & Putri Kurnia, A. (2015). PRESUPPOSITION IN THE JAKARTA POST’S POLITICAL ARTICLES: A PRAGMATICS APPROACH. Indonesian EFL Journal, 1(1).