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INTRODUCTION In the study of International Relations " Conflict Resolution " Here I want to discuss about " The conflict is useful for System " and its relation to " The Function of Social Conflict " which was popularized by Louis Coser. In a survey on civilians , conflict can be said in general is a divergence of interests between the two sides. The simplest definition is a coercive minimal interaction between two or more markers in order to achieve the goals and wishes of each . In everyday life , for most people often synonymous with violent conflict , conflict , hostility , and will always carry an element of catastrophe for mankind . Though different meanings conflict with the things above . Conflict can be manifested in many forms and one of them is unsure above ( So is wrong to say conflict = violence and always bring negative elements ) . Then , here I will discuss whether proper conflict always bring negative elements that bring misfortune ? Before entering into the theory of " The Function of conflict " said 7 preposition about the origins of the conflict according to Wehr ( The Origin of Conflict ) . And in it is included on the topic I want to raise is that conflicts occur because it is useful for the social system for human beings Figures that corroborate the statement is Lewis Coser in his theory of "The Function of Social Conflict " . Theory of conflict arises from the reality that there are social problems , for Marx , social conflict is between the layers of society to fight valuable assets . Theory of conflict also arises because of the reaction of the theory of structural functionalism . Actually, what is meant by the theory of conflict ? Conflict theory is a view in the community as a social system which consists of parts that have different interests , where these components are mutually subjugating one another to gain an advantage for themselves or group interests .

Conflict theory is at the root of the works of Karl Marx that the class struggle and alienation and materialism . Marx 's theory developed by figures of modern sociology . From there comes the Louis Coser phenomenal with his theory that The Functions of Social Conflict . In the work it contains about 16 propositions of the quote Georg Simmel which later developed into an interesting explanation as well Coser Georg Simmel criticized the proposition by connecting development and phenomenal fact that long before Georg Simmel life and not infrequently compared with the classical notion sociologist sociologist . The themes Coser very focused , both internal and external level conflict , Coser can explain in detail both inside and outside the conflict , Coser efforts to integrate functionalism with conflict mengekombinasi even more powerful than stand alone . In addition , thought Coser also motivated by the sociologist Georg Simmel , namely the classical sociologists and Sigmund Freud , Coser criticized exposition development sharper in fregmentasinya of Simmel and add to the idea of the psychology of Freud .

Coser argued that conflict is part of the social life of the community even more fundamental and more important to explain the conflict rather than consensus , it relates to the criticism of American sociology started to forget about the problems of conflict and busy to develop functionalism . Why this is happening because of the conflict is to be avoided dysfunction and more interested in the theme applied . Coser also did not forget to criticize the idea of Parsons which refers to efforts to maintain balance and consensus rather than peeling deeper into conflict. Menurut Ruth Wallace dan Alison Wolf dalam Contemporary Sociological Theory: Continuing The Classical Tradition,yang mengatakan Coser adalah sosiolog yang setia atas kajian konfik dan di kaji 2 hal yang penting yaitu: Pertama konflik dapat mempererat kooperasi masyarakat secara bersama-sama. Kedua, konflik dapat menggerakkan konfrontasi dan perjuangan

Here can be seen some ideas Coser to confirm the theory of " The Function of Social conflict " Proposition 1 : Conflict between groups strengthening internal cohesion . In this case Coser has predikisi different from the idea that the conflict Simmel making groups and individuals are more aware of the bonds as well as community participation . Simmel idea that the conflict leads to a form of war while the war is another form of conflict and the conclusion is untenable Proposition 2 : Group Binding Functions of Conflict ( Group Binding Functions Conflict ) , which criticized the idea of George Coser Simmel which lies in obscurity among hostile adannya -konflik -legitimasi and Simmel failure is not differentiate between hostile feelings and conflicts , while the conflict is located in social interaction either two people or more , hostile actions is vulnerable to the conflict . Proposition 3 : Reality and Conflict unrealistic Coser divide it in three things: realistic conflict , the conflict is not realistic and possible mix . The short explanation is more realistic conflict arises from frustration , conflict is also a tool to get certain results , the conflict would stop if the actor find a balanced opponent , conflict realities are functional choices as a means to an end . While conflict is not realistic involve two or more people and do not end with hostility from opponents . Possibility mixture is non realistic conflict meruapakan change of hatred realistic . Proposition 4 : Group Functions maintains the conflict and the significance of an Institution Coser Simmel still criticize the idea that conflict is not all negative meaningful and actions do not conflict with the same hostility . It says the conflict can be a positive and important for a kelompong to classify in advance ( functional or dysfunctional )

Proposition 5 : The impact of the conflict in the structure and function of the group , in this case focusing Coser two types of conflict is the conflict that different types of problems , and conflicts of different types of structures . Coser also stated there are two forms of conflict that is non communal conflict ( community does not bind between groups in conflict and there is no compromise results when done ) and communal conflicts ( conflicts are integrasif or based on a general ission ) Proposition 6 : Hostility and close social relationships . In this case , Coser criticized Homans and Simmel , Homans did not see that joy will come together hatred , Simmel simple idea can be developed by Freud as a show feelings of ambivalence that is the antithesis ( affection and hatred ) , Coser also stated that the behavior of hostility more ready occurs in close social relationships , Proposition 7 : Conflict and Ideology Coser says that group consciousness can be likened to a class consciousness that is the transformation of each individual with life circumstances that are specific to represent the group consciousness . Coser reveal the role of the intellectual , because intellectuals have an interest in the role of social movements in transforming objectify interest groups in the ideological movement .

Conflict Analysis Lewis Coser Coser see conflict as a mechanism of social change and adjustment, can provide positive role and function not only negative wrote (in the community of course) view Coser theory basically the new venture and functional theory of conflict, it is seen from the focus of attention of the integrative function of conflicts in the social system , Coser agreed on the function of social conflicts in the social system, more specifically in relation to the rigid institutional, technical

developments, and productivity, and then concerned with the relationship between conflict and social change. Coser give attention to the source of social conflict, as did most of Simmel, that there is a sense of hostility in people, and he noticed that the intimate relationship and closed, between love and hate is present. So that people will always have a situation of conflict, because it Coser distinguish two basic types of a conflict (Wallace & Wolf, 1986: 124), which is realistic and nonrealistic. Coser itself heavily influenced by George Simmel. Simmel and Coser is the realists who see the conflict and integration as the two sides mutually strengthen or weaken each other. Realistic conflict has a concrete source or material, such as disputes economic resources or territory. If they have obtained the source of the dispute, and when it can be obtained without a fight, then the conflict will soon be resolved properly. Non-realistic conflict is driven by an irrational desire and tend to be ideological, these conflicts as conflicts between ethnic, religious and other beliefs. The conflict between first and second, non realistiklah conflicts tend to be difficult to find a resolution of the conflict or the difficulty of achieving consensus and peace. For Coser very possible that both types of conflicts spawned is once again in conflict situations are the same.

conclusion Of the theories put forward Coser , I concluded , at least the conflict could cause awareness / consciousness to one or both sides to prevent similar conflicts do not recur . Conflicts can also reinforce and strengthen social relationships (dating , friendship ) , trigger cooperation , encourage timbulya new ideas , especially regarding the new settlement mechanism , increase social sensitivity towards others and also can increase self reformation .

Thus , the conflict is not always bad and should be avoided , sometimes conflict actually required for the creation of progress in a system . The best way to deal with it is to find a way to solve it . Conflict resolution is a way to create a mechanism that can penetrate the roots of the conflict, as well as the change from the destructive situation into a constructive reference Lewis Coser, Social Conflict and The Theory of Social Change, British Journal of Sociology 8:3 (Sept. 1957). Raho , SVD Bernard.2007 . Modern sociological theory . Jakarta : Library Achievement publisher Peter Fen.Rod Gameson.1992.Construction Conflict management and resolution The Industrial Connection: Achievement and the Family in Developing Societies, Bernard C. Rosen Essentials of Sociology , David B. Brinkerhoff (2007)