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        "id": 1671373,
        "msgid": "cabinet-secretary-teddy-highlights-observer-inflation-phenomenon-speaks-on-analyses-mismatched-with-expertise-1775901047",
        "date": "2026-04-11 15:05:34",
        "title": "Cabinet Secretary Teddy Highlights 'Observer Inflation' Phenomenon, Speaks on Analyses Mismatched with Expertise and Facts",
        "author": "Dwi Murdaningsih",
        "source": "REPUBLIKA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Politics",
        "summary": "Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya has criticised the growing trend of unqualified individuals offering expert analyses across various fields without proper competence or factual backing, dubbing it the 'inflation of observers'. He pointed out that such commentators often present erroneous data to sway public opinion, a practice predating President Prabowo Subianto's tenure, despite over 96 million voters demonstrating strong public trust in the leadership. Teddy emphasised that while differing views and constructive criticism are welcome, they should not foster unnecessary anxiety, as the nation remains stable, urging all parties to maintain optimism and contribute to national improvement.",
        "content": "<p>REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA - Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya has\nhighlighted a phenomenon he calls \u201cobserver inflation\u201d, namely the\nproliferation of individuals issuing cross-disciplinary analyses\nunsupported by adequate expertise or data aligned with facts.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is currently a phenomenon. What is it? There is something\ncalled observer inflation. So, there are many observers. There are rice\nobservers, but their background is not in that field. There are military\nobservers, foreign affairs observers, and these observers\u2019 data do not\nmatch the facts; their data is incorrect,\u201d said Teddy at the\nPresidential Palace Complex, Jakarta, on Friday (10\/4\/2026).<\/p>\n<p>According to Teddy, there are several observers who convey incorrect\ndata and do not reflect the actual conditions. This phenomenon has been\noccurring since before Prabowo Subianto assumed the presidency, with the\naim of influencing public opinion.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFrom the majority, these observers are those who have long tried to\ninfluence citizens and shape public opinion. Even before Mr Prabowo\nbecame president,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Teddy noted that this situation contrasts sharply with the level of\npublic trust. He stated that more than 96 million citizens have shown\ntrust in President Prabowo.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the official determination of the General Elections\nCommission (KPU), the number of voters for the Prabowo Subianto and\nGibran Rakabuming Raka pair in the 2024 Election was 96,214,691\npeople.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn fact, more than 96 million citizens trust Mr Prabowo more. They\ndo not trust them. Well, that is concrete evidence of public trust. Not\nsome assumption,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Teddy emphasised that differing views and criticism are still\npermitted, but he reminded everyone not to create anxiety in society.\nTeddy said the current national condition is stable and under control.\nTherefore, he invited all parties to maintain good hopes for the state\nof the nation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOf course, it is not yet perfect. We accept criticism, we accept\ninput. Well, as quickly as possible we will perfect it, we will maximise\nit, as soon as possible,\u201d said Teddy.<\/p>",
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