Mahfud MD’s track record before becoming a vice presidential candidate
Coordinating Minister of Politics, Law and Security, Mahfud MD, has been announced as the prospective vice presidential candidate to accompany Ganjar Pranowo. The decision was made by PDI-P General Leader Megawati Soekarnoputri, who praised Mahfud for his experience, knowledge, and…
PBNU Chairman: Religious Leaders Need to Speak Out for Peaceful Elections
The GUSDURian network, in collaboration with UNESCO, recently organized an advanced training program for religious figures in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The theme of the training was “Strengthening the Role of Religious Figures in Running the #PeacePeace Election Narrative Campaign.” This initiative…
Santri, Cultural Strategy and the Fate of Civilization
The commemoration of Santri Day, observed annually on October 22, is a significant event that celebrates the birth of the Jihad Resolution Fatwa in 1945. This Fatwa, formulated by Hadratusy-Syaikh Hasyim Asy’ari, was a response to the attempt by the…
Gibran, Son of the President, Youth Representative or Dynasty Politics?
The recent announcement of Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the son of Indonesian President Joko Widodo, as a vice-presidential candidate alongside Prabowo Subianto, has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. This move raises important questions about democracy, dynastic politics, and the…
Correcting Misconceptions about Israel and Palestine
Dispelling Misconceptions about Israel and Palestine: Unraveling Historical Contexts Introduction: “We must all work collectively for a liberated Palestine!” exclaimed Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss, emphasizing that the actions of the Israeli government do not align with true Jewish teachings. Israel’s…
Islam and TTS, what’s wrong?
My initial encounter with Crosswords (TTS) was a truly unique experience. It all began during my time at a boarding school in high school. Whenever I returned home from boarding school, I would always make it a point to visit…
The Halal Label Problem and Our Hatred of Dogs
The Dilemma of Halal Labels and the Root of Our Animosity towards Dogs Introduction: The concept of halal labels has stirred a controversy that I personally find unsettling from the very beginning. While acknowledging the importance of distinguishing between halal…
Human Rights Festival Declaration, Message for Indonesia Peace and Prosperity from Bumi Singkawang
A message about Human Rights (HAM) is being conveyed to the people of Indonesia from the beautiful city of Singkawang, West Kalimantan. Human rights are fundamental rights that every human being possesses from birth. It is the responsibility of states…
It turns out that Mahfud MD was once “forced” by the Minister of Defense to become the Coordinating Minister of Politics, Law and Security.
Mahfud MD’s Remarkable Journey and Unexpected Positions in Government Numerous intriguing incidents and events involving Mahfud MD have recently made headlines, particularly after his official declaration as Ganjar Pranowo’s Vice Presidential candidate for the 2024 Election. One particular revelation caught…
How the Effects of Algorithmic Filters Affect Your Opinion on the Palestinian-Israeli War
A few days ago, I received an email notification from @yaqeeninstitute.org with the subject, “Episode Emergency! Lies About Palestine.” Intrigued by the email, I opened it and discovered that it was from the Yaqeen Institute, an extension of their YouTube…