Direct Cash Transfer (BLT) is one of the Indonesian government's initiatives that aims to provide direct financial support to the community, especially vulnerable groups, in the face of difficult economic conditions. BLT functions as a social safety net to fulfill basic needs and reduce economic burden during times of crisis, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through this research, the author analyzes the role of BLT in strengthening the social security system in Indonesia. This research uses an interview-based qualitative approach and literature study, which provides in-depth insights into the effectiveness of BLT in improving the welfare of vulnerable communities. The results show that BLT not only helps fulfill basic needs, but also increases purchasing power and social resilience. However, improvements in the distribution and supervision of the program are still needed so that its impact can be optimal and sustainable.
 

This research analyzed use of Hedges and Booster in the Presidential Candidate Debate to Build the Candidate’s Image in the YouTube Livestreaming video published on 4th February 2024. In conducting this study, the researchers employ descriptive qualitative method to describe the phenomenon of the Hedges and Booster used in the final presidential debate. Meanwhile, the theoretical framework is the theory of Brown and Levinson in 1987. The findings of the study reveal that there are 391 Hedges used and 842 Boosters used by the candidate in the final presidential debate. They use hedges to maintain their languages in the hope that the audience can follow their arguments clearly. Meanwhile, the use of booster in the languages is to boost their arguments and to reveal their objectivity in delivering the arguments.