GOLPUT Bisa Melanggar Hukum? Apa Iya?

Summary

In this video, Min Benny discusses the concept of 'Golput' (Golongan Putih), a term for abstaining from voting in Indonesia. Initially a moral protest in 1971, Golput has evolved into a common phenomenon in elections, with varying motivations behind it, including technical issues, ideological beliefs, pragmatism, and political disillusionment. Despite being a form of protest, Golput is not illegal unless it involves influencing others to abstain. Benny encourages viewers, especially young people, to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming 2024 elections, emphasizing that voting is a key tool for political change and shaping the future of the country.

Takeaways

• 😀 Golput (Golongan Putih) originated as a moral movement in 1971 to boycott the New Order regime's election process due to dissatisfaction with political promises.
• 😀 The term Golput refers to people intentionally leaving their ballot papers blank, which became a protest movement against political corruption.
• 😀 The number of Golput voters increased in Indonesia's post-reform elections, with the highest recorded at 30.22% in the 2014 elections, equating to about 58.61 million people.
• 😀 Golput can take different forms: technical (due to errors in voter data), ideological (distrust of the political system), pragmatic (feeling no direct benefit from voting), and political (protest against candidates not representing their interests).
• 😀 Golput is not illegal in Indonesia; the law focuses on prohibiting the act of influencing others to abstain from voting. No legal penalties apply to those choosing to abstain from voting on their own.
• 😀 Voting in Indonesia is a political right and part of human rights, guaranteed by the constitution and under the law, as stated in the 1945 Constitution and the Human Rights Law of Indonesia.
• 😀 Even though Golput is a valid political choice, it is emphasized that voting is a powerful tool to influence change and directly affect daily life, from education costs to food prices.
• 😀 Political participation is portrayed as a means of shaping the future, as voting allows people to select leaders with concrete visions and missions to advance the country.
• 😀 The video encourages viewers, especially young people, to exercise their right to vote and not give up on the process of political change by choosing Golput.
• 😀 The script highlights the importance of voting on February 14, 2024, urging people to use their vote to make a real impact on the future of Indonesia.

Q & A

What is the meaning of 'Golput'?

'Golput' is an abbreviation for 'Golongan Putih', which originally referred to a moral movement where people chose not to vote as a form of protest.

Who initiated the Golput movement?

The Golput movement was initiated by Arif Budiman and his friends from June 3-5, 1971, in Balai Budaya Jakarta, driven by disappointment with the New Order government.

What was the original purpose of the Golput movement?

The movement aimed to encourage people to leave a blank vote on the ballot paper during elections as a protest against the political system.

Has the phenomenon of Golput increased over time?

Yes, the phenomenon of Golput has increased over the years, especially post-reform, with the highest rate of Golput recorded in the 2014 election at 30.22%.

What are some types of Golput based on the reasons behind them?

There are four types of Golput: technical, ideological, pragmatic, and political Golput. Each type is driven by different factors like data issues, distrust in the system, a lack of immediate benefit, or dissatisfaction with candidates.

What is the difference between technical and ideological Golput?

Technical Golput occurs when voters don't cast their ballots due to data issues such as incorrect voter lists. Ideological Golput happens when people refuse to vote due to distrust in the political system or governance.

What is Pragmatic Golput?

Pragmatic Golput refers to people who abstain from voting because they believe that the election does not offer direct benefits to them or improve their lives.

Can Golput lead to legal consequences in Indonesia?

No, simply abstaining from voting (Golput) does not violate the law. However, influencing others to abstain or not vote can lead to legal penalties under the election law, which could result in up to 3 years of imprisonment or a fine.

How does Golput relate to human rights in Indonesia?

Golput is considered a political right, which is part of human rights in Indonesia, and is protected under the Human Rights Law (Pasal 43 Ayat 1).

Why is it important for young people to vote despite the temptation to Golput?

It is important because abstaining from voting means giving up the chance to influence political decisions that directly impact daily life, such as education costs, food prices, and other vital matters.