Man In the Twighlight City

Again and again..., gangs of turbaned thugs, the ruling majority.

Uncle Bisri was seen having a discussion with someone in his Saung, outside were several youths wearing special uniforms belonging to a social organization. This is reinforced by flags flying around the location as markers.

Deputy Field Coordinator of a local community organization, Setiadi, said that the vacant land near the shadow terminal has been under struggle for the past year. However, he claimed that the land belonged to his organization.

"There is our flag as a sign of territory, but in the last year it has been fought over by other mass organizations because it is busy," said Setidi to Mr. Markum when met around the location. Setiadi said that in the past year the location of the vacant land has been contested by mass organizations. Not infrequently fights occur to get a parking position there.

"It's like now that the land is already free, Cakrawala's empty land is sugar, we are ants. They can enter our territory," said Setiadi.

He said there were former members of his organization who were also fighting over the vacant land along with several shops to the right and left . He explained that in a day, these two places can be visited by around 50 cars and motorbikes.

In a day the empty land can produce 100,000.

The range is only in one shop, while beside the vacant land there are also two other shops lined up. If calculated roughly, in one day the region can produce around 300,000.

However, parking attendants are required to pay a deposit to the person who owns the area. "I also like getting a deposit," said Setiadi.

Setiadi refused to say how much the range of parking fees that must be paid to him in one day. "Every place is different," he said. However, Setiadi is also required to pay a deposit to the Transportation Agency, which he says is officially 25,000 a day.

"One day we pay with the Transportation Department, it's official, how come we get a ticket," said Setidi.

In such a large range, the area around the vacant land and one Moody Mart retail store has become a bone of contention for mass organizations. Moreover, the area around the land is a T-junction where many vehicles pass.

Intimidation between community organizations*

Setiadi said that after the incident between the parking attendants and the state apparatus, he and his group received intimidation from many parties. They ask me to be responsible.

"There are other community organizations talking to me about being responsible and not just taking the money," said Setiadi.

In fact, he said, this could lead to disputes or fights. "Yesterday I tried to monitor the place, just taking photos I was approached by at least four people.

"We were arguing there, I was asked from which organization, what was the aim," said Setiadi again.

When asked what community organization was carrying out the intimidation, Setiadi said that the intimidation did not only come from one mass organization. Some of them even claimed to be from the apparatus. Civil State

" Many, some claim to be from the police, environment and others. "Sometimes the contents of my cellphone are checked and even searched," said Setiadi.

Setiadi also revealed that he had been ordered by his chairman not to interfere with this matter. "The center has said not to interfere, but we have a lot of people, it's like 'an da sell, I'll buy', we're not the least bit afraid," said Setiadi closing his statement.

Between Uncle Bisri and Mr. Markum, each of whom is also an administrator of a community organization, while it seems like they are just listening to all the narratives that Setiadi has put forward without interrupting or intervening, this is done by both of them simply to get a true picture of what has happened. This is happening in the field.

"Mr. Markum, as stated by one of the regional coordinators in the organization that is under your auspices. Do you still believe that there is no need for anticipatory steps to ward off all the problems that will occur in the future?

Or do you remain with your opinion that existing territorial records, both written and unwritten, will remain intact?" Mr. Bisri opened the conversation.

"But Mr. Bisri, isn't it clear that even the names of all regions are listed in this country? If someone violates these limits, the state will definitely guarantee it?" Mr. Markum replied.

“Okay…, ole… mister Markum, but that's not the point. What we are talking about is not only about region by country.

There is much more, therefore we are not just state policy, in fact as members of society in a country we must also formulate and participate in designing and organizing our own territory, the main aim is like that..., so that there are no mutual claims.

"Perhaps this area is the territory of the Betawi people, but the land and buildings that stand under legal state law could belong to entrepreneurs or individuals from other areas." Mr Bisri tried to explain.

"Even though the land and buildings belong to them, they are still in our territory, so the management of the land and buildings should be in our hands and all of this is guaranteed by the state," Mr. Markum still insisted on his views.

And look what's happening now? Do you still maintain your views? This is not talking about social justice issues, Mr. Markum, this is purely business and a long-term investment. The level of justice must be balanced according to each portion.

The most important thing is to improve it yourself based on the existing structure and order and reinforced with good procedures and management,

Mr. Markum seemed silent for a moment. Realizing that all this time he has only been carried away by selfishness, thus setting aside that a passive state system must be balanced with a dynamic societal structure that follows current developments and not the other way around.

"So what steps can we take, Mr Bisri?" Mr. Markum asked for a little response from his friend.

"If you realize a little that our age is no longer appropriate if you are always in the implementation area, then give your successor the opportunity that you trust to do this Mr. Markum!

Let those who still have awareness to continue what is already there while we act as a bridge for them and start fixing it structurally and administratively in every draft regulation or stipulation according to the system in force in this country." Mr. Bisri replied.

“Mr. Markum, if I may speak as a friend or close relative who has been with you for decades.

"Let me give you input, it's up to you whether you accept it or not," Uncle Bisri seemed to whisper a little,

"What is Bisri, just talk?" replied Mr. Markum curiously.

"You and I have both been in the same educational institution, even in the same class."

“Aaah...! you Bisri always remind me to go back to the past while you also know me well enough that I can just graduate already grateful and not like you who always have a myriad of academic achievements.

It's not surprising that now you are able to teach where we are." Mr. Markum looked a little embarrassed.

"That's exactly what I'm trying to remind you, because like this Mr. Markum" Uncle Bisri stopped his words for a moment to drink a cup of coffee in front of him then.

"Mr. Markum, it is likely that in the next few years it will no longer be possible for generations like us to be sufficiently capable or will survive with all the accelerated developments that have existed."

"You mean? Why do your thoughts seem too pessimistic?” Mr. Markum rebutted a bit.

It's over for generations who still use conventional methods like me or you, all of them will soon transition to follow the current flow of change, because soon we will enter an era where human resources will completely switch to machine power.

We are the last generation in the structure of the old order towards the new order, while what is left now is only structural improvements to the system which has been scientifically proven to have a positive impact on society, while the system which has many risks and benefits will definitely be replaced or abolished by the state.

Yes, for example like me right now. In the next year or two, I will no longer be able to apply the current method of learning to my students on campus, who go home or go to university on a scheduled basis or follow the existing curriculum.

In one or two years, maybe there will be no more students studying in class with conventional methods like now or maybe in the future I will only become an examiner where registered students come only to take their graduation status, while students already have their own modules in the process. learning or independent learning.

Likewise with you Mr Markum. if politics is one of your ways to gather sympathizers, of course you must have capital or infrastructure that is not small in order to achieve the vision and mission that you have built.

You have to be prepared, your challenges will be more severe. The mindset of the people has started to change, especially since the last generation has used technology a lot, while isn't that what you expect from your current constituents? The biggest is the new generation?

The two old men had divided the duties naturally

The friendship between Uncle Bisri and Mr. Markum has been established for a long time since they both finished their education at school.

What is unique is that the two of them met in a non-formal educational institution or one could say equality-based education which was organized by the regional government through the national education program in their previous era.

Each of them has a different background, where Uncle Bisri, who was previously known, is a scholarship recipient from one agency, while Mr. Markum is a non-scholarship or regular student.

Mr. Markum's family background, which is none other than native people and one of the descendants of landowners, was originally a young man who could be said to be well-established.

However, in the course of his life where growth is increasingly rapid while all existing human resources are unable to keep up, it gradually has an impact on one side of life in the environment where he is located.

Being aware of changes in the structure of society's social construction means that Mr. Markum must try to survive or if he just remains silent he will be crushed by the demands of the times. Therefore, this was the only way to go, even though at first he was just trying to increase his prestige in the eyes of his extended family.

Apparently the presence of the head of the local regional transportation service had long been planned by both Uncle Bisri and Mr. Markum. Understand the bustle of the three as community leaders with various backgrounds.

"Markum, as we have planned together at the previous meeting and today might be the right time to discuss some of the agenda that we have been planning for a long time," said Uncle Bisri to his close friend.

"That's right Bisri, hopefully with the frequent presence of government officials in our midst, at least it can make people's assessment of the government more open" Mr. Markum continued Bisri's words while smiling broadly in front of the head of the transportation service.

"That's true, but I don't think I will become or follow your steps in becoming practical politics, it's better to stay behind the scenes while continuing to try to foster a sense of kinship which is currently dwindling" Uncle Bisri tried to insinuate his best friend this time, because of the closeness between The two of them made it no longer difficult to say anything.

Mr. Markum is one of the founders and supervisory board members of the Aseli Indigenous Community Organization (Betawi), where he currently serves and is in charge of community social issues and serves as one of the cultural stakeholders in the organization's structure.

Meanwhile, Uncle Bisri is a founder, supervisor and council of harmony between local community organizations in charge of organizational structure, but he is the actor or activist of the Betawi Community Cultural Heritage, where initially Uncle Bisri was someone who was appointed or appointed by the parents who were also residents of the community. natives because of the value of the contribution they make to the social life of the community in the area around where they live.

From this you can see the difference between the two, Mr. Markum with his background who has visibly formed an organization compared to Uncle Bisri who was accidentally appointed as a representative to run a social organization which is in fact the same at a certain regional boundary or local level.

Therefore, it is necessary to have the presence of the government as the highest position holder in the state structure.

"Okay Mr. Bisri and Mr. Markum, I as a representative of the regional government in charge of supervision regarding regional regulations will explain again several provisions contained in the discussion at this limited meeting." Mr. Margono from the regional transportation and parking management department started it.

Apart from the existence of community organization and social structure, in society there are four parts which are important elements for its social existence.

The parts in question are: social alignment, social controls, social media, social standards.

The concept of social problems is related to social norms and institutions, meaning that something is considered a social problem because it concerns human relationships with values and is a disturbance to the goals of people's lives.

Social problems or social problems are any situation that is considered by the whole or as a society to be undesirable, intolerable, or considered a threat to the basic values of society. so it requires community action to solve it.

Social problems can be categorized into two groups of problems, namely:

a. social disorganization, lack or failure of a social system that causes individual and group goals not to be fulfilled. caused by several factors such as lack or destruction of communication channels, conflicting values and interests, and shortcomings or weaknesses in the socialization process

b. deviation of behavior and actions from the norms determined according to status. Of the two groups of social problems

Social phenomena can be interpreted as symptoms or events that occur and can be observed in social life.

One of the social phenomena that occurs in our daily lives is the existence of social problems that arise both in family and community life.

A social problem is a discrepancy between elements of culture or society, which endangers the life of social groups.

Basically, social problems are an inseparable part of human life.

This is because social problems arise as a result of human culture itself and as a result of relationships with other humans.

A symptom that can be called a social problem can be measured through:

a) There is no conformity between social values and social actions.

b) The source of social problems is the result of a social phenomenon in society

c) Real social problems (manifest social problems) and hidden social problems (latent social problems).

d) Community attention and social problems.

e) Value system and improvement of social problems.

"We have completely summarized several discussions and regional rules or regulations written in regional government decrees, especially the transportation service, in these files and you can study them and even add or correct them according to existing developments," Mr. Margono started his discussion again.

Meanwhile, the two people who were close friends seemed to be seriously listening to what was being said, especially Mr. Markum who was very interested.

Apart from that, Mr. Markum, as a native son of the region, is now beginning to develop the value of awareness, even though his heart is still full of doubts, he continues to push himself to achieve the desires that have always been on his mind.

Yes, it is none other than his position and recognition from two parties, both the regional government and the local community around him.

Especially when it comes to a very interesting discussion regarding all things authority. "Because personal authority is based more on tradition than rules, it may also be based on a person's charisma. and territorial authority according to Mr. Margono is that the place of residence plays a very important role, tending to centralize authority which allows direct relations with members of the group. Society as a conflict of interests, forces, war and struggle.

Mr Margono also said that without a strong government left in a natural country their lives would be isolated, poor, rough and not long lived.

Everything has its way!

"Amanda, I'll probably be home this afternoon. After the monthly report to the office, I received a call from Mr Budi asking me to immediately go to his office.

He has an additional offer to make to me!" Derryant said over the telephone.

"So, have all the monthly reports sent to your office been completed and are they not confused with Mr Budi's reports? "You check first, you're afraid it might get mixed up," Amanda tried to remind him.

"Yes, thank you for reminding me, oh yes, there was a gift from Mr. Kusnadi for you, later I will send it via online motorbike taxi delivery," added Derryant who then said goodbye and hung up the phone with Amanda.

In his thoughts, this man said to himself, of course his wife should have known more about the monthly reports that are usually made.

Didn't Amanda previously handle the monthly reports while she was still working with him in the same company?

Doesn't he also understand how to record expenses and the company's accounting system? Not to mention the habits that apply in the place where Derryant currently works when it comes to reports, everything still runs on two systems, both online and offline.

When it comes to online reporting, Derryant doesn't experience any difficulties with this because technically he is quick to adapt to all new developments, but when it comes to everything related to offline reporting, sometimes Derryant sometimes curses or can curse at length when he arrives at his office.

How come?

His night shift working time had to be increased due to the manual reporting system, which according to him was neither effective nor efficient. Not to mention the boredom he felt when he had to wait for office operating hours, the arrival of employees, or had to be annoyed with the slowness of the administrative department in following up every report from him which only required a stamp of approval for the validity of a document that had definitely been validated.