Populism and Democracy: Analysis on the Phenomenon of Populism in Indonesia and the Crisis of Democracy

Authors

  • Adrianus Jhon Mai Ledaro Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Indonesia
  • Silfanus Jemadin Ledaro Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Indonesia
  • Salfianus Erwin Ledaro Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Indonesia
  • Marthen Rifandi Somi4 Ledaro Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36624/jisora.v7i2.171

Keywords:

Populism, Democracy, Indonesia

Abstract

This article first discusses the phenomenon of populism in Indonesia which has the potential to pose a threat to the democratic system in Indonesia. Of course, this article was written as a response to the populist movement which has recently been hotly discussed because populism is growing rapidly in the social and political system in Indonesia. The intention of this article is to provide advice to the Indonesian people, to understand the phenomenon of populism which has transformed into a political weapon and maneuver by political actors, for the benefit of their political groups or parties. This article will use literature study to collect data and information to lead to a discussion and conclusion. The aim of this article is to examine the phenomenon of populism in Indonesia which has the potential to become a serious threat to the democratic system. Then to provide education to the Indonesian people regarding the populist movement which uses all kinds of methods or certain instruments to perpetuate their power as political actors.

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Published

2024-10-21

How to Cite

Jhon Mai, A., Jemadin, S., Erwin, S., & Rifandi Somi4, M. (2024). Populism and Democracy: Analysis on the Phenomenon of Populism in Indonesia and the Crisis of Democracy. Jurnal Ilmu Sosial Politik Dan Humaniora, 7(2), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.36624/jisora.v7i2.171