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A CENTURY OF PARLIAMENTARY LIFE
IN INDONESIA

Soldier on armored fighting The four concepts of reformation that were later used to carry out inter-
vehicles during the May 1998 riots.
nal changes were, first, changing positions and methods so that they
(Source: AJI Documentation) did not always have to be at the forefront. Second, changing the concept
from occupying to exerting influence. Third, changing the way of persua-
sion that was previously a direct influence to an indirect influence.

Then, fourth, always holding hearings in every important decision-mak-
ing, such as in terms of the state and the Government with other national
components, which in this case were referred to as civil society circles.

The reformation period was undeniably a time for Indonesia to start a
new era. The period in which there was a change that could be directly
felt and seen clearly at the time. This was no exception in the context of
the first general election during the reformation period.

This general election was considered a benchmark for the success of
reforming reforms in Indonesia. Moreover, previously, it was continuously
constrained by the pressures and regulations of the New Order. At that
time, political distribution to become representatives in the parliament
was only allowed through the three official political parties that became

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