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The PKS deputy mayor candidate, Imam Budi Hartono, allegedly harassed PDIP deputy mayor candidate Afifah Alia, saying “he shares a room with me.” The Association for Elections and Democracy (Perludem) considers the alleged harassment to be a reflection of discrimination in society.
“The harassment of women politicians by male politicians is a reflection of discrimination and patriarchal culture in our society, that democratic values that embrace inclusion, justice and gender equality have not been properly internalized in our elites and politicians, “Perludem Board member Titi Anggraini told reporters on Friday (11/9/2020).
“The stigma and stereotypes of women are still too strong. The behaviors that may be inherent in their daily lives also carry over to the interaction with women politicians,” she continued.
In addition, Titi evaluated that the accusation should be a reflection of the political parties (parpol). Despite the fact that women have been pushed onto the political scene, the values of equality have not yet appeared in political institutions.
“This should be a reflection for our political parties. Although there have been many affirmative policies to encourage greater representation of women in politics, sadly there has been no internalization of the values against discrimination against women and a commitment to justice. and gender equality in the institutions of political parties and the people who were in it, “he said.
In addition, Titi also highlighted that political education has not reached the level of women’s rights. Although this is an important value in democracy.
“The process of political education and our political regeneration has failed to adequately achieve the cultivation of understanding, perspective, and commitment to inclusion and respect for women’s rights based on the principles of justice and equality, which de fact are the main values of democracy ”, he added.
Previously, Depok’s Deputy Mayor, Imam Budi Hartono, spoke out on the alleged harassment of his competitor, PDIP Deputy Governor Afifah Alia. Imam Budi Hartono, who is promoted by PKS, emphasized that he never intended to harass Afifah Alia.
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