Wacana Amandemen UUD 1945, Presiden Kembali Dipilih MPR?

Summary

The discussion centers around the ongoing debate regarding potential amendments to Indonesia's 1945 Constitution. A key issue raised is the proposal to revert the presidential election process to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), rather than a direct popular vote. Figures such as former MPR Chairman Amien Rais and legal experts weigh in on the matter, emphasizing the importance of public opinion and political transparency. Critics stress the need for careful consideration of the urgency and consequences of constitutional changes, warning against making experimental or politically motivated amendments.

Takeaways

• 📝 One of the emerging issues in the discussion on amending the 1945 Constitution is the proposal to revert the process of electing the president to the MPR (People's Consultative Assembly).
• 🤝 Former MPR chairman Amien Rais expressed no objections to the idea of the president being elected by the MPR again, citing issues with the current direct election system.
• ⚖️ Habiburrahman from the Gerindra party believes the discussion on this issue is still far from resolution and emphasizes that any changes must consider public aspirations.
• 🔄 The idea of reverting presidential elections to the MPR has emerged along with discussions about broader constitutional amendments, such as the term limit for the president and the addition of a new national development guideline (PPHN).
• 📊 The MPR claims it is merely gathering public input and will pass this on to the next MPR leadership, which will take office from 2024 to 2029.
• ⚠️ Constitutional law expert Bivitri Susanti warns against making changes to the constitution based on the desires of a few political elites and stresses that any amendments should address real, urgent issues.
• 💡 Susanti also notes that issues like presidential term limits or election procedures should be thoroughly analyzed before amending the constitution, which is a foundational social contract.
• 🔍 The discussion of amending the constitution includes concerns about the 'presidential threshold,' which some argue limits the people's ability to freely choose their leader.
• ⚠️ Susanti emphasizes that amendments should not be experimental and rushed, but should be based on careful analysis of the problems at hand.
• 📢 The MPR assures that it will consider all public inputs before making any decisions, acknowledging that any constitutional amendment must reflect the will of the people.

Q & A

What is one of the main issues being discussed in the amendment of the 1945 Constitution?

One of the main issues is the proposal to return the process of electing the president to the MPR (People's Consultative Assembly) instead of a direct election.

What was former MPR Chairman Amien Rais's stance on returning the presidential election process to the MPR?

Amien Rais expressed that he would not oppose the return of the presidential election process to the MPR, citing the high costs and potential corruption in direct elections.

What is the position of the Gerindra Party regarding the discussion of returning the presidential election process to the MPR?

The Gerindra Party believes that the discussion is still far from being concluded and emphasizes that any changes to the presidential election process must consider the aspirations of the people.

What concerns were raised regarding the potential amendment of the 1945 Constitution?

Concerns were raised that the process of amending the Constitution should not be driven by specific political interests and that it must consider the aspirations of the public.

What historical context did constitutional law expert Bivitri Susanti provide regarding constitutional changes?

Bivitri Susanti highlighted that constitutional changes usually follow significant political shifts, such as those after 1998 or during the formation of the 1949 Constitution of the Republic of the United States of Indonesia.

What did Bivitri Susanti emphasize about the nature of constitutional amendments?

Bivitri Susanti emphasized that constitutional amendments should not be done experimentally or based on the desires of a few political elites, and that thorough analysis is needed to determine if changes are necessary.

What is the current stance of the MPR regarding the amendment of the 1945 Constitution?

The MPR is open to discussing amendments, but it has not yet discussed the specific issue of returning the presidential election process to the MPR. They emphasize that any amendments should consider public aspirations.

What is the importance of public aspirations in the discussion of constitutional amendments?

Public aspirations are considered crucial in the discussion of constitutional amendments, as the MPR represents the sovereignty of the people and should reflect their interests in any changes.

What is the potential timeline for discussing the amendments to the 1945 Constitution?

The timeline for discussing amendments may be delayed, as the current MPR's term is ending soon, and the issue may be passed on to the next MPR for further consideration.

What is the primary concern raised by both MPR representatives and constitutional law experts regarding amending the Constitution?

The primary concern is ensuring that any amendments are well thought out, based on thorough analysis, and not driven by the interests of a few, while considering the broader implications for the country's political system.