<![CDATA[This research examines the dynamics of the party system in the House of Representatives (DPR) post-Reformasi, focusing on the balance between the function of popular representation and the challenges of legislative professionalism. Utilizing a normative-empirical legal research method with conceptual, statutory, and socio-political approaches, this study analyzes the extent to which the multi-party system within an open proportional election system is capable of channeling public aspirations. The research results indicate that although formal representation has been achieved through demographic diversity in parliament, substantive representation remains highly limited, with an estimated effectiveness level of only 30-40%. The primary obstacles lie in the dominance of party elite interests (fractional discipline) over constituent interests, party fragmentation that hinders legislative efficiency, and large coalition patterns that weaken the oversight function of the executive. Furthermore, member recruitment based on popularity and financial strength rather than technical competence worsens the quality of professionalism in performing legislative, budgetary, and oversight functions. This study recommends the need for party cadre system reform based on meritocracy, granting independence to council members, and more consistent enforcement of the code of ethics to realize a more transparent and accountable DPR.]]>
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