First-time Voters Research Articles

Exploring Political Participation of First-Time Malay Voters in Tik Tok

The emergence of Internet has permeated in almost every part of our lives, and the younger generations especially are the one been permeated at most. Especially in political aspect, the emergence of social media has brought the opportunity to change the way of people to experience the politics, information seeking and involved in some political activities. Furthermore, previous studies also found out the positive relationship between social media and political participation of the youth in Malaysia. However, previous studies only focus on the social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. The new and rapidly grow social media – TikTok have not been studied before in Malaysia regarding the political participation of youth in Malaysia. Moreover, previous GE15 has been reported that TikTok is the effective and efficient tool to reach the young voters, especially the first-time Malay voters that utilized by PN and PAS. This study is aimed to investigate about the role of TikTok on the political participation of the first-time Malay voters. Survey results indicates that three independent variables – TikTok Usage, Political Interest and Political Knowledge have positive significant relationship with the dependent variable – Political Participations. The analysis shown political interest is the core motivation driven the Malay voters for political participation during GE15. TikTok played a significant role in here, because most of the respondents agreed that they rely on TikTok for political information consumption during GE15, and the younger first-time voters will use TikTok more frequent than the other age categories.

Activating effects of elections: changes in young voters’ political engagement over the course of an election year

Although the effects of elections and measures of direct democracy on policy outcomes have been well researched, their indirect “educative value” has received less attention, particularly in relation to political engagement of young people. This study examined the activating effect of the national elections in Germany (2009), Czech Republic (2010), and Sweden (2014) on young voters’ political engagement. Young voters (Germany: N = 388; Czech Republic: N = 196, and Sweden: N = 246) were surveyed several months before (T1), shortly after (T2), and several months after (T3) the respective national elections. For all three countries, the results revealed significant increases in political engagement during the election period, followed by significant declines after the election. The post-election declines were smaller compared to the election increases, suggesting a persistence of elections’ activating effects. With the exception of German young adults who were less engaged or first-time voters and showed higher increases in engagement during the election period, there were few interindividual differences. The findings suggest that major political events such as national elections can have activating effects on youth’s political engagement. They support the idea of the socializing value of election participation and of late adolescence and young adulthood as a window of opportunity for reaching young voters during politicized times.

Problematika Penyelesaian Perkara Tindak Pidana Politik Uang (Money Politic) dalam Pemilu Legislatif Tahun 2024

Community service activities aim to provide the community with a proper understanding of the law regarding the practice of money politics. The dissemination was conducted on February 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM local time at a coffee shop in Ibuh Village and on February 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM local time at Mitra Vocational School, West Payakumbuh Subdistrict, Payakumbuh City, West Sumatra Province. The purpose of the dissemination is to raise awareness among the community and first-time voters about the dangers of money politics, its forms, potential sanctions, and the process for reporting such criminal acts. The activity has successfully enhanced the community's understanding of the difficulty in proving money politics cases. Conclusions drawn from the community's perceptions include the majority acknowledging the existence of money politics, recognizing it as an electoral crime, and considering it a cultural norm in Indonesia. Factors influencing these perceptions include individuals' experiences with money politics, their knowledge of such practices, and the political climate during elections. While some respondents, particularly those under 20 years old, view money politics as a normal part of elections, they also realize its detrimental effects on the integrity of elections in Indonesia.

Penyuluhan Hukum sebagai Upaya Membentuk Kecerdasan Pemilih Pemula pada Pemilu 2024

General elections (elections) have an important meaning in the implementation of democracy. Elections are a means of implementing people's sovereignty. Therefore, it is hoped that the election will be democratic and participated in by all members of the community who have met the requirements. One group of people who need serious attention is the group of first-time voters. Beginner voters as participants who have never participated in an election before are expected to participate in the 2024 election intelligently. This means that beginner voters are expected to understand election rules, get to know election participants, know about voting mechanisms, and matters related to hoaxes and money politics. Good understanding and adequate knowledge can make beginner voters to participate in elections well, avoid election violations, and can choose candidates based on good criteria. This situation and condition are also experienced by students at Wonda Restoration Vocational School. There are 82 Restoration Vocational School students in the category of beginner voters who need to broaden their horizons and knowledge about elections. Various election regulations and their changes need to be studied and explored through legal education activities. Through socialization about election law, it is hoped that students can become intelligent voters during the elections at 2024.

Pemenuhan Hak Asasi Politik Para Pemilih Pemula Pemilihan Umum Tahun 2024 Pada Warga Surabaya

The 1945 Constitution of The Republic of Indonesia (UUD NRI 1945) Article 1 paragraph (2), states that sovereignty is in the hands of the people, which means that the Indonesian is a democratic country based on the constitution, because in paragraph (3) it is also said that Indonesia is a legal state. This popular sovereignty, especially in the political field, means that the people vote or elect their representatives to manage he government through general elections. It is reaffovured in article 1 paragraph (3) and article 2 paragraph (1) that MPR< DPR and DPRD are elected through general elections. Likewise in article 27 paragraph (2), article 28 paragraph (1), article 28 E paragraph (2) and article 28 I paragraph (5). Therefore, thus research uses empirical juridical research methods, because it is related to legal awareness among citizens, especaily regarding the use of voting rights in general elections as an effort to uncrease the number of votes in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Especailly for residents in one of the community unit in Klampisngasem sub-district, Sukolilo sub-district, Surabaya. The increasing number of prospective first-time voters since 2020 requires socializations regarding understands of voting rights so that citizens have legal awareness regarding voting rights as regulated in the 1945 NRI Constitution. This outreach s an effort to increase the number of first-time voters among citizens in the 2024 general elections. Increasing the number of first-time voters shows that the process of implementing the principles of democracy in Indonesia is in accordance with the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia.

The Impacts of Undi 18 on Political Participation, Awareness and Readiness

The implementation of Undi18 on December 15, 2021, added an estimated 5.8 million new voters aged 18 and older to Malaysia's political landscape. While some see this as a timely move to introduce young people to civic responsibility and encourage active participation, others argue that 18-year-olds are too immature and have low awareness with only 29.03% of the youth participating in the political socialization domain. Consequently, it is crucial to assess the level of awareness and readiness among young people and their readiness to actively engage as voters. This study aimed to assess the level of youth awareness and readiness towards Undi18, examine the extent of their political participation, and analyse factors influencing their awareness and readiness. The study was conducted in Kuching, Sarikei, and Sri Aman, with 585 first-time voters aged 18 to 20 years surveyed via a questionnaire and 30 respondents in focus group discussions. The study found that parental involvement, political experience, social media exposure, educational exposure, and perception of and relationships with politicians were the five main factors influencing youth political participation and awareness and readiness towards Undi18. Geographical factors did not affect the level of awareness and readiness regarding Undi18. Despite the majority of respondents being aware of Undi18 and ready to participate as voters, a significant number were not prepared for higher forms of political participation.

Pendidikan Anti Korupsi dan Gerakan Anti Politik Uang Bagi Generasi Z Sebagai Pemilih Pemula Untuk Mewujudkan Pemilu Serentak Tahun 2024 Yang Berintegritas

The community service program in this article provides outreach to new voters about Anti-Corruption Education and the Anti-Money Politics Movement, ahead of the 2024 General Election. Anti-Corruption Education is an action to control and reduce corruption in the form of an effort to encourage future generations to develop a firm attitude towards every form corruption. Money politics is a form of giving or promising to bribe someone either so that the person does not exercise their right to vote or so that they exercise their right in a certain way during the general election. Political education is a form of political outreach to the public to understand and understand politics, especially to the general public regarding general elections and the democratic process therein. Political education also contains the meaning of political participation, meaning that society also participates in the political process. The choice of the GKPI 2 Pematangsiantar Private Vocational School was due to the high level of first-time voters in the 2024 elections, so the team felt it was necessary to provide socialization about political education to many young voters who were in high school. We want GKPI 2 Pematangsiantar Private Vocational School students to be aware and have adequate knowledge regarding preparations for the upcoming 2024 elections. The output target that we hope for as organizers and cooperation partners is the understanding of GKPI 2 Pematangsiantar Private Vocational School students which can be obtained from the political education regarding preparation for the 2024 Election that we provide. By participating in this socialization, it is hoped that students will be able to provide an understanding of the material presented to their peers or people outside the school environment. Participants in our community service activities are representatives from each class at the GKPI 2 Pematangsiantar Private Vocational School who are 17 years of age or older, or who will have the right to vote when the elections are held

Peran Media Sosial Dalam Meningkatkan Partisipasi Pemilih Pemula Di Kalangan Mahasiswa Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau

Novice voters are the type of voters who need to pay attention to their level of political participation. The importance of the role of social media is needed because of the lack of awareness and low political education for beginner voters so that it can reduce their participation rate in general elections. The aim is to find out the importance of the role of social media in increasing the participation of novice voters among students of Muhammadiyah Riau University. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method by collecting data and research facts about the role of social media and beginner voters among students. The existence of social media requires the government and political parties to immediately respond to all comments. Nowadays, people can communicate directly with these institutions to voice their opinions, provide comments, and even submit their demands. First-time voters can participate in politics through various digital platforms. This phenomenon creates a new era in political participation, known as digital political participation or more simply referred to as online political participation. Social media is now the cheapest, fastest and most effective communication tool. It is inevitable how important the role of social media is in politics to attract people's attention through campaigns, teach the younger generation about politics, and increase the participation of first-time voters.

Election campaign and media exposure: explaining objective vs subjective political knowledge among first-time voters

ABSTRACT Existing research reveals the existence of objective (factual) and subjective (perceived) political knowledge among voters. However, we know little about their determinants, especially among people who have not voted before. This article aims to explain the factors influencing the objective and subjective political knowledge of first-time voters. Our analysis uses individual level data from an original survey conducted in the aftermath of the 2019 presidential elections in Romania on 664 first-time voters. The study distinguishes between three components of knowledge – motivation, ability and opportunity – and argues that they may have divergent effects. The empirical evidence based on ordinal logistic regression only partially supports these theoretical expectations, but it does reveal a rich picture.

Understanding the Electoral Preferences of Beginner Voters in the 2020 Bulukumba Local Elections

Law no. 10 of 2008 concerning general elections states that first-time voters are those who are voting for the first time and are 17 years old or more or are/have been married and have the right to vote in general elections (and the Regional Head Election). New voters who have just entered voting age also do not have a broad political reach to determine where they should vote. So, sometimes what they choose is not what they expected. The aim of the research is to find out the preferences of novice voters in the 2020 Bulukumba regional elections. The type of research used is qualitative with a case study approach. The informants in this research were six (6) people consisting of the Bulukumba KPUD, political parties and first-time voters. The results of the research regarding the Political Preferences of Beginner Voters in the 2020 Pilkada in Bulukumba Regency are: first, sociological, the condition of beginner voters who are still unstable and have minimal understanding of politics tends to make their political attitudes and direction of support follow the family and community in the voter's environment. Second, psychologically, the emotional closeness and image of the candidate to first-time voters makes new voters participate as volunteers in supporting the candidate through campaign activities using a social media approach and competition activities. Third, Rational, the level of education of novice voters is a determining factor in voters' attitudes in determining political attitudes, where only a few novice voters make their choices through program analysis and candidate profiles obtained from various information.

Strategi Pendidikan Politik KPU dalam Meningkatkan Partisipasi Pemilih Pemula pada Pemilihan Bupati dan Wakil Bupati Solok Tahun 2020 di Kabupaten Solok

The background of this research was triggered by the urgent need to increase the political participation of novice voters in general elections in Solok Regency. Data from the Solok Regency KPU illustrates a worrying trend, with the number of first-time voters declining from year to year, as well as the presence of apathy in the political process. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the factors that influence the political participation of novice voters, formulate a political education strategy that can increase the political literacy and involvement of novice voters, and identify the obstacles that may be faced in the implementation of socialization. The research method applied in this study is qualitative research, which aims to describe the object of the phenomenon or social setting in the form of narratives and words, focusing on the KPU's political education strategy in increasing the political participation of novice voters in the 2020 Solok Regent and Deputy Regent elections. The political education strategy implemented by the Solok Regency General Election Commission in the 2020 Regent and Deputy Regent elections is seen through three strategy indicators. Thus, the political education strategy of the Solok Regency KPU focuses on face-to-face approaches, synergy with mass media, and improving the quality of volunteers to increase the political participation of novice voters in the 2020 Regent and Deputy Regent elections.

PERAN RETORIKA DALAM MEDIA SOSIAL DAN PENGARUHNYA TERHADAP PEMILIH MUDA PADA PEMILIHAN UMUM

The strong role of social media in the world of politics is gaining attention which helps the younger generation to be politically literate, and increasing the participation of first-time voters is inevitable, so the role of rhetoric in social media and its influence on young voters in general elections is very important. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods, data collection is carried out by literature study, secondary data refers to data that has been collected and analyzed by other people. The research results show that the role of political campaigns on social media has a positive and significant effect on young voter behavior. The role of good political campaigns on social media can increase the behavior of young voters, the role of political campaigns on social media simultaneously (together) has a positive and significant influence on the behavior of young voters, and of course social media will play a very important role in influencing children's voting behavior. young. New voters will be interested in politics while relaxing, although there is the influence of social media through schools and families, but it does not have a significant effect because they are a generation that is familiar with media use

Impact of Prabowo Subianto Figure on the Political Attitudes of First-Time Voters in the Re-nomination of the Indonesian Presidential Candidate 2019-2024

Impact of Prabowo Subianto Figure on the Political Attitudes of First-Time Voters in the Re-nomination of the Indonesian Presidential Candidate 2019-2024

Controlling consent, dealing with dissent, and planting misinformation: how the Museveni regime stifled Bobi Wine's youth movement in Uganda

ABSTRACT After Uganda embraced electoral democracy in 1996, a trend emerged where Ugandans between 18 and 35 do not turn out to vote in large numbers. Although the country is astonishingly young, Ugandan youth had long shown little interest in politics and were less likely to run for public positions compared to older Ugandans. However, the meteoric rise of Bobi Wine has inspired many young Ugandans to engage in local and national politics as first-time voters, party members, cash contributors, protesters and foot soldiers. This article explains how the rise of Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, a popular singer turned opponent of President Museveni, has inspired an upsurge in youth political participation in Uganda. The article posits that, to contain a growing youth-led movement, the Museveni regime largely relied on coercion, which has thus far proved counterproductive. The more coercion is employed the more it aggravates the backlash from and determination of young Ugandans to mobilise against Museveni’s rule. The response from the regime has been a mixture of repression, disinformation and disenfranchisement of young voters.

European Parliament Elections Incentives for First-Time Voters: Evidence from the Secondary Schools

Summary The research deals with the phenomenon of low voter turnout in European Parliament elections. The article pays attention to young first-time voters who will encounter their first European Parliament elections in June 2024. It examines their attitude to polling in the context of school activities related to public affairs implemented in the school educational activities. Based on the qualitative survey conducted on pupils aged 17-18 attending secondary schools located in ten different member countries the research tackles the question whether the public secondary education may affect the incentives of first-time voters to cast their vote in the European Parliament elections. Consequently, the research focuses on the good practices and possible stimulus given by schools that may encourage to get to vote the representatives in the European Parliament. The outcomes of the research provide suggestions to enhance the formation of voting habits of young voters and increase their interest in both national and European public affairs.

The Role of Social Media in Increasing Political Literacy of Beginning Voters

Social media has been a significant influence in moulding young voters' political knowledge and engagement, hence improving their political literacy. This study aims to determine social media's role in increasing young voters' political literacy. The method used in this study is a literature review. The stages used in the literature review are article collection, reduction, display, organizing and discussing, and drawing conclusions. This study showed that social media has become a new domain for voters, especially first-time voters with competing candidate pairs. First, social media's role in political literacy is as an agent for disseminating information about political processes and development policies. Second, they become agents of accentuating views, opinions and even people's attitudes towards certain political phenomena. Third, social media is a public space for free discussion and political literacy. Fourth, social media has contributed to the promotion of democracy by carrying out the function of social control, for example the E-KTP corruption case.

Strategi Komunikasi Komisi Pemilihan Umum (KPU) Kabupaten Boyolali Melalui Pendidikan Politik untuk Meningkatkan Partisipasi Pemilih

General Elections (Pemilu) have become one of the essential democratic activities to achieve a more developed Indonesia. As Indonesian citizens, it is paramount to amplify efforts to advocate for their voting rights in democratic processes to use their voters. On the other hand, there are several complexities for voters in the world of democracy. Consequently, as an intermediary between institutions and the community, the Boyolali Regency General Election Commission (KPU) provides insights and information related to political education, further emphasizing activities to foster the spirit of voters during the Elections. The results of this research indicate that active voter participation is increasing with each implementation of the Legislative General Elections. This is based on the concept of "Who Says What In Which Channel To Whom With What Effect?" It has been evidenced that the Boyolali Regency General Election Commission (KPU) has successfully maintained about three times increase in voters exercising their voting rights. While boosting active voter participation, the Boyolali Regency KPU employs communication strategies through political education via socialization and Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) visits to several schools, involving students as first-time voters, community groups, community leaders, and people with disabilities. Communication through mass media platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook are also conducted to encourage the audience to continue exercising their voting rights.

OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES TOWARDS THE 2024 ELECTION: THE "ECHO CHAMBER" PHENOMENON AND THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON THE LEVELS OF POLITICAL LITERACY OF BEGINNER AND MILLENNIAL VOTER

This research explores the opportunities and challenges faced in preparation for the 2024 General Election, with a focus on the "echo chamber" phenomenon and the influence of social media on the political literacy level of first-time and millennial voters. This study aims to understand the impact of a polarized social media environment on young voters' political perceptions, which may influence their political participation in upcoming elections. By applying qualitative and quantitative methodologies, this research analyzes social media content, interaction patterns, and the level of political literacy of first-time and millennial voters. The research results concluded that the "echo chamber" phenomenon on social media can strengthen existing political beliefs and views, limit access to diverse information, and reduce the willingness to hear different views. The impact is felt on the level of political literacy of young voters, who tend to obtain their political information through biased and limited sources. However, this research also found that first-time voters and millennials have great potential to increase their political literacy through an educational approach that combines social media, formal education and participatory activities in society. This research provides policy recommendations that include the role of media, education and political parties in combating the negative effects of "echo chambers" and increasing the political literacy of the younger generation.

Jaro's Persuasive Message Model in Encouraging Political Participation of New Voters Ahead of the 2024 Election Based on the Baduy Indigenous Community

The purpose of this study is to find out how Jaro's persuasive message model encourages political participation for first-time voters ahead of the Baduy Indigenous People-based 2024 elections. The theory used in this study is to use the Elaboration Likelihood Model analysis approach. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach where the researcher digs in depth about Jaro's persuasive message. Thus, later researchers will find a model of persuasive messages carried out by Jaro by exploring models of persuasive messages in encouraging political participation ahead of the 2024 elections based on indigenous peoples. The study results show that the Baduy people adhere to the ancestral mandate and ancestral heritage and respect the ranks of traditional leaders (Puun, Jaro Tangtu, and others) in political matters. Political outreach, prohibition of campaigning, and freedom of choice are forms of effective persuasive communication for the Baduy people. The principles of neighborhood, religion, and household are very closely attached to the daily life of the Baduy people. The Baduy Dalam community uses the central route with a critical and careful mind in receiving information and political messages. Baduy Luar people easily receive information and do not think critically about information and political messages. This study concludes that the political and democratic awareness of the Baduy indigenous people continues to increase. Persuasive communication is carried out by Jaro subtly through political socialization and spiritual beliefs that live in Baduy customs. Elaboration Model Likelihood is implemented through cognitive (knowledge and experience), affective (acceptance and rejection), and connotative (action). The Baduy Dalam people receive messages through the central route and the Baduy Luar people use the peripheral route.

PERAN SOSIALISASI POLITIK TERHADAP TINGKAT PARTISIPASI PEMILIH PEMULA PADA PILKADA 2020 DI KECAMATAN MEGANG SAKTI KABUPATEN MUSI RAWAS

Political socialization is one of the urgent pillars in the implementation of a democratic party, as well as having an influence on the level of voter participation in an election, in this case the regional head election. On this basis, the researcher is motivated to prove that political socialization has an important role in increasing the participation of first-time voters in the 2020 regional head elections in Megang Sakti District, Musi Rawas Regency. In this study, the researcher used descriptive qualitative research by describing and interpreting data and facts obtained during field research from 30 informants so that in the end a hypothesis could be formulated. The results of the study show that the socialization of politics has an influence on increasing the political participation of first-time voters in Megang Sakti District, Musi Rawas Regency in the 2020 regional elections. The factors that influence the increase in the political participation of young voters are due to the influence of information and understanding of the democratic process or general elections, especially in the 2020 regional election elections. .