Nepotism poses serious risks to democratic values. This practice can severely undermine democratic principles by compromising merit-based selection processes, eroding public trust, and reinforcing systemic inequalities. While recent events in Indonesia provide a contemporary example of nepotism’s potential impact, the issue extends beyond any single case, reflecting broader challenges faced by democracies worldwide. It becomes clear that addressing this issue requires a commitment to transparent, merit-based systems and reforms to uphold democratic principles.

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