Pilkada is an important moment in the life of the nation and state. It is important to underline the importance of maintaining calm and unity in this process. Peaceful regional elections are not just a hope, but a necessity that requires cooperation from all elements of society.
Smart and responsible political participation from candidates and their supporters is also the key to realizing peaceful regional elections. All parties must prioritize dialogue, constructive debate and respect differences of opinion as part of the democratic process. Avoiding identity politics, incitement and attempts to divide society is an important step in ensuring that the regional elections take place in a conducive atmosphere.
The government’s role in creating a conducive atmosphere is very important to ensure that each stage of the regional elections is carried out transparently and fairly, so that the public has confidence in the democratic process. Active involvement of security forces is also needed to ensure order during the campaign and voting period.
Realizing peaceful and democratic elections is not solely the responsibility of government institutions such as the KPU or Bawaslu. However, all elements of Bengkayang district society play an active role in encouraging the realization of a peaceful and safe democratic party. Prioritizing factual information, refraining from spreading fake or provocative news, and respecting other people’s political choices are ways we can support peaceful regional elections.
The city of Pagar Alam, South Sumatra held a Declaration of Peaceful Regional Elections in 2024 at the Besemah Due (II) Meeting Room, Pagar Alam Mayor’s Office. This activity is a synergy to prevent potential social conflict with forum I across community organizations, in order to realize the success of cool, safe and integrity regional elections in the Pagar Alam City area.
Acting Regional Secretary (Sekda) of Pagar Alam City, Rano Fahlesi, said that all parties should synergize and collaborate in implementing the regional elections in Pagar Alam City so that later they can run peacefully, safely and smoothly.
Knowledge about politics also plays an important role in preparing society to face political processes such as regional elections and by increasing political literacy and awareness of the importance of peaceful elections, society can become agents of change in creating a healthier and more inclusive political culture.
Community awareness and participation will not grow automatically. Initiatives from civil society groups and non-governmental organizations are also needed to strengthen awareness of the importance of peace in regional elections. Through education, advocacy and community empowerment, they can become a positive force that encourages peaceful regional elections.
The South Kalimantan Provincial Government is embracing the heads of neighborhood associations and community associations to create peaceful and happy regional head elections or regional elections . The RT/RW heads were gathered in an event entitled South Kalimantan Governor Sahbirin Noor’s gathering with sub-district heads, sub-district heads and RT/RW heads throughout Banjarmasin City in order to realize the 2024 regional elections in peace and joy.
Commander of Korem 101/Antasari Brigadier General TNI Ari Aryanto said it was hoped that a friendly event like this could reduce regional election tensions in the community. All of us, from the neighborhood level to the provincial level, must be able to make the regional elections a success. I am also sure that the regional elections will run smoothly like the previous presidential and legislative elections.
The success of the 2024 simultaneous regional elections is not only the task of the KPU and Bawaslu, but is the task of all parties, including the mass media and youth. Moreover, voters who are dominated by Millennials and Gen Z, have contributed to realizing peaceful regional elections. Executive Assistant I of the NTB Regional Secretariat, Lalu Hamdi, said that youth must contribute to the implementation of this regional election, at least participating in the leadership election for the next five years. He is optimistic that the 2024 regional elections will be successful, honest and fair and immediately public, free of secrets.
Apart from that, young people should be actively involved in every regional election process, especially actively involved in monitoring via social media. The role of youth in preventing the politicization of SARA is very important, especially through social media.
The media has great power to influence public perceptions, therefore, they must be responsible for presenting accurate, balanced and unbiased information. Emphasizing reporting that supports dialogue, tolerance and cooperation can be the key to building a conducive atmosphere leading up to and during the regional elections.
Supporting peaceful regional elections is not an easy task, but requires close cooperation from all elements of society. Only by prioritizing the spirit of togetherness and with an awareness of the importance of maintaining calm and unity, all elements of society can make regional elections an event that strengthens unity and a healthy and civilized democracy, rather than dividing and producing conflict.
