Saat Ini Kenyataan Terjadi Penurunan Demokrasi Sangat Dalam

Summary

The Indonesian democracy, 25 years post-reform, is discussed in this script, highlighting a decline in democratic quality over the past nine years based on international indices. The conversation involves experts and activists, including Masinton, Budiman, and Herzaki, who express concern over civil liberties and the state of democracy. They note a global trend of democratic regression and emphasize the importance of public participation and the need for the current government to focus on upholding democratic values to leave a positive legacy.

Takeaways

• 😔 Indonesia's democracy has seen a decline in quality over the past 25 years since the reform era, according to international indices.
• 📉 The country's democracy index has dropped by 2 points this year compared to the previous year, while the overall index score remains at 6.71 out of 10.
• 🌍 There is a global phenomenon of democratic regression, with an increase in polarized countries threatening pluralism and tolerance from 5 to 32 nations between 2011 and 2021.
• 🏛️ Freedom House reports no change in Indonesia's status, maintaining its position since 2013 as a 'partly free' country rather than a 'full democracy'.
• 📊 Data from the Economic Intelligence Unit indicates issues with civil liberties in Indonesia, with no improvements since 2013-2014.
• 🚫 Concerns about civil liberties, such as freedom of religion, have persisted and worsened, with minority groups facing discrimination and persecution.
• 🔍 The discussion highlights the importance of not just focusing on economic development but also maintaining civil freedoms and democratic participation.
• 🗳️ There is a call for the remaining term of President Joko Widodo to prioritize democratic principles and avoid being influenced by those who might undermine democracy.
• 📈 While there has been an emphasis on economic development, the script suggests that the focus on civil liberties and democracy has not been as strong compared to the era of President SBY.
• 📊 Surveys show a decrease in public satisfaction with democracy and civil freedoms, indicating a decline in democratic spirit and participation among the citizens.
• 🤔 The script raises questions about the influence of elites and the potential for a regression in democracy, urging for a return to the ideals of the 1998 reform movement.

Q & A

What is the main topic of discussion in the provided transcript?

The main topic of discussion is the state of democracy in Indonesia 25 years after the reform era, highlighting its decline and the factors contributing to it.

What does the transcript suggest about the trend of democracy in Indonesia over the past 9 years?

The transcript suggests that there has been a noticeable decline in the quality of democracy in Indonesia over the past 9 years, as indicated by various international institutions' data.

What are the two indicators that Freedom House uses to measure the performance of democracy worldwide?

Freedom House uses two indicators to measure the performance of democracy: political rights and civil liberties.