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Hot Maringan Samosir, in his piece of writing, sheds light on the growing grip of political oligarchy in Indonesia, especially during the 2024 presidential election, and discusses how power is increasingly concentrated in the hands of a few elites, while ordinary citizens are left with limited influence over democratic processes.  This piece uncovers how media control, vote manipulation, and misuse of state resources undermine democracy. What should be the path forward, and what should be the role of youth? Get the answers by reading this article.

Hot Maringan Samosir

About the Author

Hot Maringan Samosir is a dynamic and passionate changemaker with proven expertise in youth development. His versatile capabilities match his deep commitment to fostering critical thinking and empowering the next generation. Driven by an unrelenting pursuit of knowledge, he founded the Medan Debaters Forum, a pioneering non-governmental organization dedicated to youth empowerment through debate and public speaking, which has reached more than 2,000 young individuals, positioning it as the leading debate-driven youth platform in Sumatra. He has also founded The Language Agency, a premium service provider for English-Indonesian translation, interpretation, and proofreading. Alongside this, he established The Madani Edukasi Indonesia, a human resource development consultancy specializing in presentation mastery, research innovation, and personal growth. His initiatives collectively reflect a legacy of leadership, impact, and unwavering dedication to the advancement of youth and professional excellence.

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