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This paper describes the dynamics of legal politics in the regulation of Simultaneous Regional Elections in Indonesia with a focus on the effectiveness of implementation and its impact on local democracy. Simultaneous Regional Elections, which began in 2015, are the government's efforts to improve the efficiency of regional head elections while strengthening the democratic system. However, its implementation faces various challenges, such as regulatory complexity, potential political conflict, and impacts on the quality of representation at the local level. This study uses a juridical-normative approach with a qualitative analysis method to evaluate the laws and regulations governing Simultaneous Regional Elections, including Law Number 10 of 2016 and its implementing policies. Data were obtained through literature studies, legal documents, and interviews with relevant stakeholders. The results of the study show that, although Simultaneous Regional Elections bring benefits in the form of budget efficiency and strengthening political stability, this policy also poses a number of challenges. Among them are the gap in local government capacity, strengthening political oligarchy, and decreasing the quality of community participation at the local level. In addition, the implementation of Simultaneous Regional Elections tends to sacrifice regional autonomy in the context of local democracy, given the homogenization of election times that do not always match regional needs. This study recommends the need for a revision of regulations that are more adaptive to local needs, increasing public political education, and strengthening the capacity of election organizers to ensure that Simultaneous Regional Elections can run effectively without sacrificing the principles of local democracy.

Elections (Pemilu) represent a pivotal moment in democracy, where citizens exercise their right to vote and determine the nation's leadership and direction. Since the reform era, Indonesia has consistently held free and fair elections with increased civil participation. However, issues remain concerning the participation of people with disabilities, a group that often faces exclusion in political decision-making. Despite legal frameworks like Law No. 8 of 2016 ensuring the political rights of persons with disabilities, implementation in practice remains inadequate. This literature study examines the challenges faced by disabled voters, focusing on the lack of accessibility at polling stations and their underrepresentation in the voter registry. It highlights the urgency of political participation for persons with disabilities as a means to foster inclusive democracy and social change in Indonesia. Affirmative actions, such as the establishment of quotas and policies, are discussed as essential steps toward ensuring equal political rights for disabled individuals. Additionally, the role of technology in optimizing participation through programs like DIGI-EDVOT is explored. However, challenges remain due to unequal access and technological literacy among people with disabilities.

Citizenship is a legal status that gives a person rights and responsibilities as a citizen. Many laws in Indonesia regulate political rights, including the right to vote. One of them is Law Number 7 of 2017 concerning General Elections. Within Indonesia's democratic framework, the right to vote is an important expression of popular sovereignty, allowing voters to actively elect their leaders at both the legislative and executive levels. Fulfilling the right to vote cannot be separated from various technological, political and social difficulties that may have an impact on democracy in Indonesia. Over the last five years, several dynamics have emerged in the enforcement of voting rights regulations, including changes to regulations, election implementation, and the application of digital technology to increase election transparency and accountability. Despite the implementation of legal and technological reforms, there are still challenges in verifying permanent voter lists, especially for vulnerable groups such as people with disabilities and those living in remote locations or abroad, which continues to hinder efforts to tackle disinformation and hoaxes on social media. This research examines the political rights of Indonesian individuals, especially regarding their right to vote in general elections as regulated by law. The right to vote is one manifestation of political participation that is recognized internationally and guaranteed in various national legal instruments.

The Presidential Threshold is a rule that sets the minimum threshold percentage of votes that a political party is required to achieve, in order to nominate or carry presidential and vice presidential candidates in the election contestation. This system is designed to filter out candidates who are considered qualified, the hope is that only candidates with high electability levels can run. However, its implementation is often a source of controversy because it is considered to hamper potential candidates from small parties or independents who may have quality, but are less known to the public. As a result, the dominance of major parties in the presidential candidacy limits people's choices and does not reflect the existing political diversity. In the Indonesian system of government, where the president and the DPR are independent institutions, the Presidential threshold system is considered incompatible with the principles of inclusive and representative democracy. This provision was first implemented through Article 5 paragraph (5) of Law Number 23 Year 2003 on the General Election of the President and Vice President, and has continued to be used in subsequent presidential elections. This article focuses on the effectiveness of the Presidential Threshold in the Indonesian political context and its impact on political participation, democratic representation, and constitutional law.

Community service activities with a focus on preventing the practice of money politics among South Kelayan community leaders. Money politics often undermines the integrity of elections and democracy, especially at the local level. In this context, we carry out a series of educational and outreach activities for community leaders to increase their understanding of the negative impacts of money politics and strategies for preventing it. The approach used involves seminars and discussions involving community leaders, youth and political party cadres. The results of this program show increased knowledge and commitment of community leaders in rejecting money politics and playing an active role in promoting clean and fair elections. During program implementation and provide recommendations for more effective money politics prevention efforts in the future. It is hoped that this experience can become a model for other regions facing similar problems, as well as contribute to strengthening local democracy and the integrity of general elections in Indonesia.

The implementation of democracy at the village level can be proof that political development in Indonesia has developed rapidly by involving local communities, so that they are able to carry out the functions of regional government power in order to achieve the goal of advancing and prospering people's lives. Non-voting behavior are a group of people who are unwilling and negligent in giving their voting rights in elections for various reasons, whether in legislative elections, regional elections, presidential elections or village head elections. Non-voting behavior are also called blanks or abstentions in elections that are limited to an organization, company or institution. Voter absence at an election is closely related to voter dissatisfaction or satisfaction. In Kote Village, non-voting behavior has a large number compared to other villages in Singkep Pesisir District. The existence of this phenomenon certainly has a cause for non-voting behavior by the Kote Village Community. The aim of this research is to determine the factors causing non-voting behavior in Kote Village, Lingga Regency and the main factors causing non-voting behavior in Kote Village, Lingga Regency. The research method used in this research is a descriptive qualitative method. Data collection was carried out through interviews with several informants who were related to the research. The results of the research show that the non-voting behavior carried out by the people of Kote Village is caused by several things, namely the attitude of the community who are less concerned about the ongoing Village Head Election which is based on the lack of influence of the Village Head Election on the community. Some communities find it difficult to contribute to village policy making and do not understand the ongoing village election system. Apart from that, there are people who believe that the Village Head candidate they support will win or lose in the ongoing Village Head Election so they feel there is no need to come to vote. However, the reason why most people in Kote Village do not vote is because of work factors that cannot be left behind due to economic needs and educational factors, especially students who study outside the area and are unable to return to Kote Village to carry out the Village Head election.

Judicial reviews on the presidential and vice-presidential nomination threshold in Article 222 of Law No. 7/2017 on General Elections have been repeatedly rejected by the Constitutional Court. It has become a public debate and is seen as contrary to academic reasoning because it is not in line with the logic of democracy. Rules that are considered detrimental to the community and political parties in the election of the head of state. Accordingly, the study of fiqh siyasah clarifies the prerequisites for the election system and the selection of the imam (caliph). The purpose of this study is to find out how the legal considerations by the Constitutional Court rejected the judicial review in Article 222 and to find out what the views of Islamic jurisprudence are on the presidential and vice-presidential nomination threshold rules in general elections. The author of this work employs normative legal research methodologies in addressing relevant research, drawing on legislation, journal articles, books, and other sources. This study concludes by using 4 decisions that were rejected by the constitutional court, namely in decisions 53/puu-xv/2017, 49/puu-xvi/2018, 54/puu-xvi/2018 and decision number 73/puu-xx/2022. The considerations of the court stated that the decision related to the presidential threshold was constitutional and still applicable. That the article being tested is considered contrary to the constitution, especially Article 6A of the 1945 Constitution with the argument that the petitioners cannot change the Constitutional Court's stance on all decisions.  Meanwhile, in the view of fiqh siyasah does not recognize how the provisions of the vote threshold for the election of an imam.    

This study reviews the obligations and rights of citizens in the context of democracy which is based on popular sovereignty and the principle of deliberation to reach consensus. Democracy based on popular sovereignty places citizens as the highest authority in the state. Citizenship obligations include active participation in the political process, respect for the law, and positive contributions to the development of society. Meanwhile, citizens' rights include the right to freedom of opinion, the right to vote and be elected in general elections, as well as the right to receive fair and proportional legal protection. The importance of deliberation to reach consensus is also emphasized as a method for resolving differences of opinion in democratic life. This study highlights the active role of citizens in maintaining and developing an inclusive and just democracy.  

Elections are an integral part of the Indonesian political system itself. Regular elections are held every five years during the leadership period. Indonesia adheres to a democratic system in which every citizen has the right to give their rights and votes to government officials or the highest state institutions and elections are part of the democratic system itself. We held a democratic party last February, we encountered many unique things during the election, especially in the younger generation or what is now called Gen-Z. In this research, our group used qualitative research methods. Qualitative research is research carried out directly in the field to obtain information or factual data that occurs in the field, assisted by several sources of informants who can strengthen our research. This research was carried out with the aim of finding out how participation was and how far Gen-Z understood the previous elections, whether there were any pros or cons during the leadership election. Therefore, let's discuss further in the discussion regarding Gen-Z participation in elections.

This analysis focuses on the democratic principles contained in the Indonesian Constitution and how they are implemented as well as the challenges faced. The Indonesian Constitution, which is based on popular sovereignty, is considered the basis for the implementation of democracy in Indonesia. However, in practice, the implementation of democracy still faces several challenges, such as political corruption, identity politics, and the spread of false information. This research uses a normative juridical approach to analyze the regulations governing the democratic system and elections in Indonesia, including the 1945 Constitution and the Election Law. The results show that although democracy in Indonesia has been running for several years, there are still many challenges faced, such as a lack of political literacy and public knowledge of democratic principles. In this analysis, the research also discusses the implementation of Pancasila Democracy, which is based on indigenous Indonesian values. Pancasila Democracy is considered the right choice for the Indonesian state, but it still needs to be balanced with good political literacy and knowledge so that freedom of speech is not abused.

The aim of this research is to understand the multi-party system in Indonesia, the political representation system in Indonesia, and the relationship between these systems with the political dynamics in Kelurahan Dompak, Tanjung Pinang. A descriptive qualitative research method was employed, utilizing interviews, observations, and document analysis to gain an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon. The results indicate that Indonesia's political system provides opportunities for various political parties to participate in the political process and elections. At the local level, the relationship between political parties, the community, and the government is crucial in the context of democracy. Although the dynamics of political money influence the public's perception of assistance provided by candidates, the principles of political equality and freedom remain the foundation of the political representation system aimed at forming a government that is responsive to the needs of the people.

Black campaigning has become an increasingly troubling issue in the modern political context, including in general elections. The Islamic view of this phenomenon confirms that such actions fall into the category of despicable behavior that must be avoided. In the study of fikih siyasah and Islamic religious teachings, black campaigns are considered to involve actions that are contrary to the moral and ethical principles taught by religion.  The practice of black campaigning can cause conflict, division, and distrust in the community towards the ruling government.  The use of sensitive issues such as SARA can also worsen the atmosphere and damage national unity. This research uses a literature study that aims to look at the Islamic view of black campaigns, as well as their impact on society and the democratic process.

Political parties play a vital role in advocating for democracy and maintaining public trust in the political system. This study evaluates the role of political parties in the development of democracy from the perspective of constitutional law using a qualitative descriptive method. They are responsible for transparency, participation, and accountability in the political process, as well as formulating policies, raising political awareness, and representing the interests of the people. Political parties also support political pluralism, participate in elections, and oversee the government in accordance with the law. Despite their key role in building democracy, challenges such as unequal representation and lack of transparency still need to be addressed. This research provides insights into the contribution of political parties to strengthening democracy, while highlighting areas that require further attention to improve the quality of democracy in Indonesia.

The act of falsifying documents in general elections is a serious violation of the basic principles of democracy and legal regulations governing the democratic process. In politics, document falsification not only impacts specific individuals or groups, but also substantially undermines the integrity and legitimacy of the democratic process as a whole. From a legal justice perspective, such actions violate the basic principles that should govern the integrity of elections, threatening the foundations of democracy itself. By using fake documents, individuals or groups can manipulate election results in unfair ways, leading to a reduction in public trust in democratic institutions. Moreover, such actions create doubts about the legitimacy and fairness of the election process, which is the main foundation of an effective democratic system. In the case mentioned, Dr. Sihabuddin Chalid, M.M., Pd. bin (late) Khalid Noor, deliberately created fake documents to become a candidate for DPRD members, which directly violated Law Number 7 of 2017 concerning General Elections. Therefore, strict law enforcement is very important to prevent abuse of political power and maintain public trust in government institutions.

Elections or general elections have an important role in determining the future of the nation by electing leaders and officials who are directly elected by the people and for the people. Democracy is the main factor in holding elections as people are free to choose according to their conscience without any coercion or threat. However, the process of implementing elections in Indonesia still experiences obstacles such as the white group (golput) who choose to give up their voting rights in determining the future of the nation. Therefore, we provide solutions and suggestions that can be used to reduce the percentage of the white group by means of election education, voting training, encouraging political parties to be more active, using the media to publish information about elections, election monitoring, research and opinion surveys as described in this research article that we wrote in the hope that it will create a movement to suppress white groups who throw away their voting rights. Then, in compiling this research article, we used an empirical juridical qualitative research method by raising two problem formulations that are problems in the current era. With the results of this research article, hopefully it can help you and can be a source of reference in preparing research that has the same aims and objectives.

This article discusses strategies for handling money politics in legislative general elections using the Pancasila Democracy approach as a foundation for general elections with integrity. By referring to the principles of Pancasila which emphasize social justice, people's sovereignty,unity and balance between rights and obligations, this article identifies concrete steps that can be taken to overcome the practice of money politics which undermines democracy. Writing is carried out using normative juridical methods, namely research on secondary data or library materials. To realize elections with integrity, primary legal materials will guide the writing of strategies for handling political money in legislative elections based on Pancasila democracy. These steps include law enforcement, political education, financial transparency, independent oversight, active participation, public disclosure of the campaign, and use of technology. By implementing these strategies holistically and based on Pancasila values, it is hoped that Indonesia can overcome the challenges of money politics and strengthen integrity in the legislative election process, as well as build a stronger foundation for a healthy democracy and integrity.

Indonesia's democracy has been at the center of intense debate in recent years, with many parties criticizing its increasingly fragile and threatened state. This article aims to analyze why Indonesian democracy is considered destroyed by some parties. First, the analysis begins by examining the decline in the quality of democracy which is reflected in the classification of Indonesian democracy in the implementation of its government. Data showing a decline in civil liberties, suppression of freedom of expression, and abuse of power by those in power that threaten democratic principles. Internal and external factors that contributed to the collapse of democracy in Indonesia. Among the internal factors are abuse of power, corruption, and the inability of institutions to provide adequate protection for citizens' rights. Meanwhile, external factors include geopolitical pressures and the influence of globalization on domestic politics. Such as political polarization that triggers conflict, lack of active participation from civil society, and lack of consolidation of democratic institutions.

Indonesia is one of the largest democratic countries in the world. Heads of Central dan Local government are elected through general elections, except for the Province of Yogyakarta. Even though general elections are a routine activity every five years, however there are still problems in its implementation. Through a qualitative examination of voter, election official, political candidate, and community leader interviews, this study explores issues with election integrity and governance in Indonesia. The study reveals the complex relationships that exist between electoral violence, voter intimidation, fraudulent activities, and the ensuing political consequences. Key themes that emerge include the regional nature of difficulties, the impact of political culture, resource restrictions, and the long-term societal costs. The results underscore the interdependence of these issues from various angles, highlighting the necessity of focused, cooperative actions. These observations add to the conversation on election integrity as Indonesia makes its way toward democracy and serves as a basis for the creation of policies and other initiatives that support democratic governance.

Money politics is a gift or promise to bribe someone so that the person does not exercise their rights in a certain way during the general election. The purchase can be in the form of goods or money, as found by researchers regarding the phenomenon of money politics which is still widespread in three regions, namely , Kijang Bintan, Kawal Bintan, and Lingga, people who are still relatively ignorant and have economic constraints are one of the factors in society being entangled in giving and receiving political money. Apart from damaging democracy due to forms of fraud, this problem has a negative impact on the givers and recipients who have clearly violated the provisions of the election law and violated criminal provisions. However, this problem is still difficult to resolve due to the lack of supervision and firm action. This research uses empirical legal research. This research is a legal research method that uses empirical facts taken from people's behavior, both verbally obtained from interviews and behavior carried out through direct observation. The theory used in this research is not to use critical legal theory, in order to find the problems that occur, as well as reveal how much the public understands money politics. So from these problems it can be drawn with the title Review of Community Understanding of Money Politics

The use of news media is believed by most researchers to be proven to be able to influence people's political beliefs which then facilitate people's participation in the political process. Political trust in the government and other political institutions is a key indicator of public participation in the democratic process. Specifically, this research aims to test the extent to which media exposure to information regarding the Covid-19 virus outbreak influences people's political trust in one of the regions that has the highest rate of Covid-19 cases in Indonesia and is holding regional head elections during a pandemic. Apart from that, this research also tests whether there is a relationship between political trust and the level of electoral participation during a pandemic. By surveying 211 respondents, this research found several findings. First, even during a health crisis due to the Covid-19 virus outbreak and concerns about being exposed to the virus, the level of public participation in the 2020 Local Election tends to be high. Second, the use of information media affects people's political trust during the pandemic. Third, political trust resulting from exposure to media reports has a positive correlation with the level of public participation in the Regional Head Election during the Covid-19 pandemic