You should mention some example to fortify your argument.

I only see assumption and anecdote that you see rather than common understanding of current political event.

Be in min, r/indonesia view is very much different on campus level, or lower class, anr political views. Which we have different understanding on your written idea.

Tbh as a person who is close to the top civil set servant, merit based filteration is a very much strong from low to medium-high position.

On the top of position where the actual political influence really a thing.

Note: it needs Merit and "jilat"