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This pattern of prioritizing family, often justified as continuity of policy and tradition, creates a system where political opportunities favor those within established clans. Critics argue that such settings stifle meritocracy, limit fresh perspectives, and entrench inequality.
The Impact of Dynastic Politics on Democracy
The resurgence of political dynasties raises profound concerns about Indonesia’s democratic trajectory. At the core, democracy relies on fair competition, equal opportunity, and accountability. When leadership is inherited or secured through kinship rather than merit, the open contestation that democracy champions becomes compromised.