BREAKING NEWS - Ketua KPU Hasyim Asy'ari Terbukti Asusila dan Diberhentikan!

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3 Jul 202411:35

Summary

TLDRThe DKPP has dismissed KPU Chairman Hasyim Asyari over alleged ethical violations, specifically sexual misconduct involving a member of the Overseas Election Committee in Europe. Former KPU Chairman Arif Budiman expressed regret, stressing the importance of integrity in the electoral process, especially with the 2024 elections approaching. He noted that the incident could harm Indonesia's democracy index, which had been improving during his tenure. The government must replace Hasyim within seven days, with candidates to be selected through a process involving the DPR's prior ranking. This case highlights the need for strict ethical standards within electoral bodies to preserve public trust.

Takeaways

  • πŸ˜€ DKPP (Dewan Kehormatan Penyelenggara Pemilu) has officially dismissed Hasyim Asyari, the Chairman of KPU RI, over ethical violations related to sexual harassment.
  • πŸ˜€ Arif Budiman, former Chairman of KPU RI (2017-2022), expressed his regret over the incident, stressing the importance of upholding ethical standards and integrity in the election process.
  • πŸ˜€ The dismissal of Hasyim Asyari is seen as a setback for the country's democratic index, which had been improving during Arif Budiman's tenure.
  • πŸ˜€ Despite the setback, Arif emphasized that the overall democratic index had previously improved, with elections contributing positively to the country's democratic standing.
  • πŸ˜€ The DKPP's decision came with a clear directive to the government: a replacement for Hasyim Asyari must be appointed within seven days of the ruling.
  • πŸ˜€ The government's role is to issue the official decree (SK) for the new KPU Chairman after the DKPP decision, with the process likely involving a selection procedure by the DPR (Indonesian Parliament).
  • πŸ˜€ The recruitment of KPU leadership involves a ranking system, with candidates being considered in order based on their qualifications, starting from the highest-ranked to the next in line.
  • πŸ˜€ Arif Budiman emphasized that the situation should serve as a lesson for election organizers and public officials, especially with upcoming elections such as the regional head elections (Pilkada) in November 2024.
  • πŸ˜€ The decision to dismiss Hasyim Asyari is seen as a crucial moment for the KPU and for Indonesia's election credibility, especially as the country prepares for future elections.
  • πŸ˜€ The incident and its consequences underscore the importance of maintaining high ethical standards within Indonesia's electoral bodies to ensure public trust and the integrity of the election process.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the transcript?

    -The main topic of the transcript is the dismissal of Hasyim Asyari, the Chairman of the Indonesian General Election Commission (KPU), by the DKPP (Dewan Kehormatan Penyelenggara Pemilu) over allegations of a breach of the election code of ethics, specifically accusations of sexual misconduct.

  • Who is Arif Budiman, and what role does he play in this discussion?

    -Arif Budiman is the former Chairman of the Indonesian KPU from 2017 to 2022. In the discussion, he provides his perspective on the situation, expressing regret about the incident and discussing its impact on Indonesia's democracy and the electoral process.

  • What are the key allegations against Hasyim Asyari that led to his dismissal?

    -Hasyim Asyari was dismissed due to allegations of violating the election code of ethics related to accusations of sexual misconduct involving a member of the election committee for overseas voters in Europe.

  • What was Arif Budiman's reaction to the dismissal of Hasyim Asyari?

    -Arif Budiman expressed deep regret and disappointment over the incident, emphasizing the negative impact on the KPU's integrity and its role in upholding democratic values in Indonesia.

  • What impact did Arif Budiman suggest the incident could have on Indonesia's democracy?

    -Arif suggested that such incidents could negatively affect Indonesia's democracy index, which had been improving during his tenure but is now experiencing a decline due to such controversies.

  • What specific actions did the DKPP require the government to take following the dismissal?

    -The DKPP mandated that the government take action within 7 days to replace Hasyim Asyari as the Chairman of the KPU, as per the regulations governing electoral bodies in Indonesia.

  • What process is involved in selecting a replacement for Hasyim Asyari?

    -The selection process for a replacement involves the Indonesian government issuing a decree, with a recruitment process that includes the Indonesian parliament (DPR). Candidates are ranked, and if the top candidate does not meet the qualifications, the next in line is considered.

  • What role does the Indonesian parliament (DPR) play in the recruitment of a new KPU Chairman?

    -The Indonesian parliament (DPR) is involved in the recruitment process for the new KPU Chairman. They conduct an 'and proper test' and determine a ranking for candidates based on their qualifications.

  • How did Arif Budiman assess the state of Indonesia's democracy during his time as Chairman?

    -Arif Budiman highlighted that during his tenure, Indonesia's democracy index improved, partly due to the positive contributions of the electoral process. However, he noted that recent events have caused a decline in the democracy index.

  • What does Arif Budiman hope will come from the incident involving Hasyim Asyari?

    -Arif Budiman hopes that the incident will serve as a lesson for all parties involved, especially for the organizers of the upcoming 2024 elections, emphasizing the importance of upholding ethics and integrity in the election process.

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