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Rifqi Rifqi
Universitas Darul Ma'arif Indramayu
Religion Economics, Econometrics & Finance Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Characteristics of Islam and Political Power in The Sumatran Kingdoms Ahmad Syaikhu; Rifqi Rifqi
Lentera Demokrasi: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Politik, Hukum, Ekonomi dan Pemerintahan Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/ld.v1i1.1

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Islam in the Nusantara has a close connection with its history of arrival and spread, including its role in the political sphere during the era of the sultanates, particularly in the Sumatra region. This paper discusses the characteristics of Islam and its influence in shaping political power during that period. The study begins by tracing the early history of Islam’s arrival in the Nusantara, which remains a topic of debate among historians. Initially, Islam appeared as small communities in coastal areas, driven by trade, maritime activities, and the spread of Islamic teachings (dakwah). These communities later developed into centers of political power, such as the Sultanate of Aceh, with significant influence on intellectualism and the international dissemination of Islam. The formation of Islamic communities in the Nusantara, particularly in coastal areas, marked the early stages of Islam’s development in the region. According to Taufik Abdullah et al. in *Sejarah Umat Islam Indonesia* (*The History of Islam in Indonesia*), between the 1st and 5th century Hijri (7th to 13th century CE), Muslim traders and preachers played an essential role in introducing Islam through communities amidst the maritime hegemony of Sriwijaya and the Hindu-Buddhist cultural setting. These communities eventually evolved into Islamic centers of power, such as Aceh in Sumatra; Demak, Pajang, and Mataram in Java; Gowa-Tallo and Bone in Sulawesi; and Ternate and Tidore in Maluku. The spread of Islam in the Nusantara is inseparable from the political dynamics, power structures, and political traditions of each kingdom. Besides religious motivations, political and economic interests also influenced the patterns of Islam’s dissemination and the formation of Islamic societies. In the political realm, Islam was initially used to strengthen the position of Islamic kingdoms in facing threats from non-Islamic powers, such as the Portuguese and the Dutch East India Company (VOC), which sought to monopolize maritime trade. Thus, Islam not only became a religious identity but also an essential tool in building political and economic power in the Nusantara.
Ecological Politics: The Role of the Term 'Environmentally Friendly' in Legitimizing Industrial and Government Activities Rifqi Rifqi; Abdillah Syaikhon
Lentera Demokrasi: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Politik, Hukum, Ekonomi dan Pemerintahan Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/ld.v1i1.2

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The discourse of being environmentally friendly has become increasingly prevalent in various aspects of life, often associated with terms like go green, ecotechnology, and biodiversity. This concept, originally aimed at encouraging environmental conservation and mitigating global warming, is sometimes utilized superficially to legitimize industrial and governmental activities. Products and actions labeled as environmentally friendly, from household items to large-scale projects, frequently use this designation more as a marketing or legitimizing tool than a genuine commitment to sustainable practices. Through the lens of ecological politics, it becomes evident that this discourse can mask underlying social and environmental injustices. Ecological politics, influenced by neo-Marxian thought, critiques the superficial use of the environmentally friendly label, highlighting how power dynamics and economic inequalities contribute to environmental degradation. This approach urges a critical examination of such labels, revealing their potential to serve as symbolic violence and perpetuate social inequality. The need for raising public awareness about the true impact of these discourses is emphasized, promoting a critical perspective on the empirical reality of environmentally friendly claims. This abstract underscores the importance of scrutinizing the authenticity of environmentally friendly initiatives, advocating for a more profound and genuine commitment to environmental justice and sustainability.
The Role of Government in Indonesia’s Economy: State Budget, Fiscal, and Monetary Policies Sifah Faoziah; Rifqi Rifqi
Lentera Demokrasi: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Politik, Hukum, Ekonomi dan Pemerintahan Vol. 1 No. 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/ld.v1i4.27

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The government plays a strategic role in the national economy as a regulator, coordinator, and guarantor of public welfare. This role is manifested through regulatory functions, income redistribution, economic stabilization, the provision of economic stimulus, and protection for economic actors. In carrying out these roles, the government utilizes key policy instruments, namely the State Budget (APBN), fiscal policy, and monetary policy, which are interrelated and mutually reinforcing. The APBN serves as an instrument of planning, authorization, supervision, allocation, distribution, and economic stabilization, while also functioning as an essential tool for promoting economic growth and equitable development. Nevertheless, the management of the APBN continues to face challenges, particularly with regard to transparency and budget oversight, as reflected in cases of budget mismanagement that have resulted in state losses and hindered development efforts. Fiscal policy plays a crucial role in influencing macroeconomic conditions through the regulation of taxation, government expenditure, and deficit financing, implemented in the form of either expansionary or contractionary policies to maintain economic stability and fiscal sustainability. Meanwhile, monetary policy, implemented by the central bank, focuses on controlling the money supply, maintaining price stability, stabilizing the exchange rate, and safeguarding the financial system, while also taking into account global economic dynamics and developments in financial technology. From an Islamic economic perspective, monetary policy emphasizes principles of justice, equity, and the prohibition of riba (interest). The synergy between the APBN, fiscal policy, and monetary policy is essential in achieving stable, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth in Indonesia.
Curiosity as a Depolarization Strategy: Political Discourse, Group Identity, and the Ethics of Listening in Contemporary Democracy Hudallah Hudallah; Rifqi Rifqi
Lentera Demokrasi: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Politik, Hukum, Ekonomi dan Pemerintahan Vol. 1 No. 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/ld.v1i4.33

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This article aims to analyze the role of curiosity as a psychological and ethical strategy in overcoming political polarization and enhancing the quality of democratic discourse. This study employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach, analyzing recent empirical findings from political psychology—specifically the research of Todd Kashdan and colleagues—as well as theoretical reflections on public discourse and the ethics of listening. The results of the study indicate that the primary barrier in cross-partisan political conversation is not merely differences in viewpoints, but rather misunderstandings regarding the level of intellectual openness within one’s own group (in-group misperception). Curiosity is proven to be positively associated with openness, intellectual humility, and reduced social distance between political groups. Furthermore, simple psychological interventions that correct perceptions of internal group norms are capable of increasing curiosity and the quality of political interaction. This article concludes that curiosity and the practice of empathetic listening are essential foundations for depolarization and the strengthening of discourse ethics in contemporary democracy.
Political Rhetoric, Armed Violence and Threats to Democracy: An Analysis of Stochastic Terrorism Within the Media Ecosystem Tatik Tatik; Rifqi Rifqi; Dinata Firmamansyah; Rosidin Rosidin; Sumarta Sumarta
Lentera Demokrasi: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Politik, Hukum, Ekonomi dan Pemerintahan Vol. 1 No. 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61166/ld.v1i4.36

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This research is motivated by the rise of political violence fueled by the convergence of inflammatory political rhetoric and firearm accessibility. In the digital era, political communication has shifted from policy persuasion to an instrument of dehumanization that threatens the stability of deliberative democracy. This study aims to analyze how socio-psychological mechanisms and media ecosystems contribute to the phenomenon of contemporary political violence. The research method employed is a qualitative approach with library research. Secondary data were gathered from reputable scientific literature, policy reports, and relevant textbooks. Qualitative content analysis was conducted by integrating cognitive-neoassociation theory, totalism theory, and deliberative democracy theory to map the causality between mass communication patterns and the probability of violence. The results indicate that extreme political rhetoric creates a "siege mentality" that dehumanizes political opponents as existential threats. This phenomenon is validated as stochastic terrorism, where social media algorithms act as incubators for radicalization that trigger lone-wolf violent actions. The availability of firearms further exacerbates the situation by providing physical capability to ideologically radicalized individuals. In conclusion, the threat to democracy today is systemic, originating from the erosion of communication norms at the elite level to the manipulation of information in the digital sphere. Effective mitigation requires the construction of political "cooling structures," media algorithm regulation, and the restoration of discursive ethics to return human dignity to the political arena.
Co-Authors Abdillah Syaikhon Ahmad Syaikhu Dinata Firmamansyah Hudallah Hudallah Rosidin Rosidin Sifah Faoziah Sumarta Sumarta Tatik Tatik