Political analyst Ray Rangkuti has expressed surprise and concern over the police report filed against Tiyo Ardianto, former head of the University of Gadjah Mada (UGM) student executive council. Tiyo was reported on suspicion of hate speech. Rangkuti questioned the decision to pursue legal action against Tiyo, arguing that authorities should instead focus on prosecuting individuals who have committed actual crimes. He believes the focus is misplaced, suggesting that those responsible for wrongdoing within the country should be the target of legal scrutiny, not those expressing critical thought. The case has drawn attention to concerns about freedom of speech and potential overreach in applying hate speech laws. Rangkuti’s statement highlights a debate regarding priorities in law enforcement and the definition of harmful speech. The situation raises questions about the balance between protecting individuals from hate speech and safeguarding the right to express dissenting opinions.