Haikal Akmal Ajikontea
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Differences in Interests and the Impossibility of a Unified Perspective
In social life, achieving an absolute unified perspective is nearly impossible. This is due to the diverse interests inherent in individuals and groups within society. Sociology, as a discipline that studies social structures and human interactions, has long highlighted how differences in interests shape social dynamics and prevent the formation of a homogeneous perspective.
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Writers
The Rise of Vigilantism
The phenomenon of vigilantism or taking justice into one's own hands is increasingly widespread in various regions of Indonesia. People often resort to violent actions against criminals without waiting for legal proceedings. For example, cases of burning motorcycle thieves that frequently occur in several cities or mob beatings of theft suspects in markets. In the digital era, this phenomenon is further exacerbated by the spread of videos of mass actions receiving widespread support from netizens. This raises a major question: is the public losing trust in law enforcement authorities? The main factors driving this phenomenon include the slow legal process, rampant corruption within law enforcement institutions, and injustice in sentencing. Cases where criminals with access to power can easily escape legal consequences further worsen public perception of the criminal justice system.
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Earth
Enhancing Memory in Reading
In this fast-paced information era, many individuals struggle to recall what they have read. This issue often leads to frustration and even reduces the motivation to continue reading. However, the solution to this problem has long existed in the form of a classic method that is often overlooked: marking important quotes, providing reflective notes, and post-reading categorization.
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Writers
Symbolic Inequality in Social Hierarchy
Every day, hundreds of people visit Batu Paralayang in Malang, gazing at the crowds below from above. This scenery creates a symbol of dominance—those at the top view those below as entertainment, as part of the landscape they observe without truly engaging with. This perspective reflects how positions in society are often perceived as achievements, a pinnacle that distinguishes the "successful" from the "ordinary." However, does this social elevation truly place someone in a higher position, or does it instead make them increasingly isolated?
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Critique
The Role of Kyai in Building Civil Society
Gus Dur's writings, as summarized by Tempo in "Fighting Through Jokes," make us aware of the crucial position of kyai or religious leaders in the nation's movement. From a sociological-political perspective, civil society plays a vital role in balancing the dominance of the market and the government, which are often the two main forces in modern politics. However, for civil society to develop and have a more significant role, social agents capable of guiding the community in facing various social and political challenges are needed. This is where the role of kyai, as part of the "organic intellectuals" in Antonio Gramsci's terms, becomes highly significant.
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Critique
A Society Without Rules
When first hearing the idea of a society without rules, many immediately envision it as an anarchic state—a chaotic existence without laws. However, historically, this phenomenon is not merely a far-fetched concept. In the 5th century, for instance, Germanic tribes that overthrew the Roman Empire lived without a centralized legal system. At that time, societies relied more on flexible communal norms rather than binding written laws. This demonstrates that formal rules are not the only means of maintaining social order (Heather, The Fall of the Roman Empire, 2005).
By Haikal Akmal Ajikontea11 months ago in Writers
