Indonesian democracy (Jawa Pos 16/02/23)

Here my latest op-ed published by Jawa Pos this morning, discussing the risk of our democracy ahead of the political years.

Leftism as recipe?

My opinion published by Detik (10 February 2023) 

Why is the growing power of the right-wing, often associated with a deadly combination of conservative rhetoric and authoritarian agenda, solely perceived as a symptom of democratic backsliding? Why is it no longer interpreted as a sign of the weakness of the left, which is expected to balance the power?

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Continuing trend of Intolerance: Projection of the political year

 

My op-ed for The Jakarta Post, argues that intolerance and sectarianism remains a dominant feature within Indonesian society and politics in the upcoming election year.

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Conservative groups ahead of the 2024 election

Tempo​ published my op-ed this morning about the rising Islamist conservatism ahead of the election year. Despite being weakened by numerous regime's oppressive policies, the Islamist movement remains salient in current Indonesian politics. It is no surprise at all if, sooner or later, we see the presidential hopefuls begin flirting, approaching these groups. 

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AI within Indonesian Politics

 

My latest op-ed published today by Jawa Pos. I discuss the ChatGPT phenomenon, and how AI complicates the Indonesian future politics. 

Jokowi’s Endorsement and His Role as Election Power Broker

 

My latest op-ed in the Jakarta Post (07/12/2022)

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Jokowi's influence over the 2024 election

 

My latest article on Tempo, see here