Tanuri Abufatih, Asep Maskur, Subhan Alba

DISMANTLING POLITICAL DYNASTIES: TRANSFORMATION OF PANCASILA DEMOCRACY IN THE CONTEXT OF FAMILY POWER

Introduction

Dismantling political dynasties: transformation of pancasila democracy in the context of family power. Selidiki dampak dinasti politik terhadap demokrasi Pancasila di Indonesia. Studi ini mengulas dominasi kekuasaan keluarga, tantangannya terhadap pluralisme & keadilan, serta reformasi kebijakan yang diperlukan.

Abstract

Dynastic politics is still a dominant phenomenon in Indonesia's political system, showing that political power often belongs to certain families. In this context, Pancasila democracy continues to transform, facing major challenges in maintaining pluralism and justice in the political process. This study aims to investigate the impact of political dynasties on the transformation of Pancasila democracy and explore efforts that can be made to overcome the dominance of family power in politics. This research uses a qualitative approach with content analysis techniques to examine related literature, empirical data, as well as interviews with political and civil society experts who have direct experience with political dynasties. The results showed that political dynasties had a significant impact on Pancasila democracy, reducing people's political participation, reducing pluralism, and causing injustice in the distribution of power. However, the research also revealed several civil society initiatives and policy reforms that might reduce the dominance of political dynasties and strengthen Pancasila democracy. The implication of this research is the need for joint efforts from governments, civil society, and international institutions to address the problem of political dynasties in Indonesia's political system. Policy reforms are needed that support inclusive political participation, reduce wealth gaps and access to political power, and strengthen political oversight and accountability mechanisms to ensure that Pancasila democracy continues to function in accordance with its principles.

Review

This paper addresses a highly pertinent and critical issue within Indonesian politics: the pervasive influence of political dynasties and their implications for Pancasila democracy. The authors articulate a clear problem statement, highlighting how dynastic politics challenges the core tenets of pluralism and justice inherent in Indonesia's democratic framework. The study's stated aim to investigate the impact of these dynasties on democratic transformation and explore potential mitigation strategies is commendable, positioning it as a timely and relevant contribution to the discourse on democratic governance in the region. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the research employs content analysis of literature and empirical data, supplemented by interviews with political and civil society experts. This multi-pronged methodology lends robustness to the investigation, allowing for a nuanced understanding of a complex socio-political phenomenon. The findings significantly underscore the detrimental effects of political dynasties, identifying their role in diminishing political participation, eroding pluralism, and fostering injustice in power distribution. Crucially, the study also identifies existing civil society initiatives and policy reforms that offer glimmers of hope in counteracting this dominance, providing a balanced perspective on the challenges and potential solutions. The research's implications are far-reaching, emphasizing the collective responsibility of government, civil society, and international institutions in confronting dynastic politics. The call for policy reforms supporting inclusive participation, reducing wealth disparities in political access, and strengthening accountability mechanisms is particularly salient. This study makes a valuable contribution by not only diagnosing a significant challenge to Pancasila democracy but also by pointing towards actionable strategies. It serves as a strong foundation for future research and policy discussions aimed at fostering a more equitable and representative political landscape in Indonesia.

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