Journal of Religion, Local Politics, and Law
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description: Journal of Religion, Local Politics, and Law An interdisciplinary journal exploring the dynamic intersections of religion, local governance, and legal systems in contemporary societies. Published quarterly, JRLPL provides a platform for critical analysis of how religious beliefs, political structures, and legal frameworks interact to shape social order and community development. Quarterly Interdisciplinary Society-Focused Journal Title Journal of Religion, Local Politics, and Law Accreditation Emerging Journal (Target SCOPUS) DOI prefix 10.64595 by Crossref Frequency 4 Issues per year (January, April, July, and October) Online ISSN 3109 - 9815 Print ISSN Editor In Chief Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Machfud Fauzi, M.Si Scope & Focus Religion Local Politics Law Social Networks International Relations This journal covers broad topics examining the interrelationships between society, religion, and local politics from multiple disciplinary perspectives including Sociology, Communication Studies, Community Technology, Social Network Analysis, Political Science, International Relations, and other Social Sciences. All articles are published in English. Citation Analysis Google Scholar DIMENSION Crossref
publisher: PT Pro Panoramic Solution
language: en
publication name: Journal of Religion, Local Politics, and Law
issn: 3109-9815
items: Governmental Political Policy and Out-of-School Children in Osun State, Nigeria
items: Sound Horeg as Political Campaign Strategy in the Banyuwangi Local Election
items: Employee Participation in Decision Making, Psychological Ownership, and Knowledge Sharing: Mediating Role of Organizational Commitment in The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)
items: The Influence of Money Politics on the Political Choices of the Buduran District Community in the East Java Gubernatorial Election
items: Shalawatan as the Head Election Campaign Website for Region Karangpoh Village, Menganti, Gresik
items: Motives of Tantrum Behavior Among Beneficiaries in Religious Guidance Programs at the Social Service and Rehabilitation Center for People
items: Social Construction of Cultural Acculturation in the Friday Legi Mass in Pohsarang Village, Kediri Regency, Indonesia
items: A Portrait of Self-Branding on Social Media: Understanding Islamic Values and Trends in The Digital Native Generation
items: Local Election of Solo 2024: Looking at the Role of Political Parties and Coalitions Behind the Scenes
items: Blater VS Kyai: The Dynamics of Dualism in The 2024 Sampang Regional Election Contest
items: Social Practices of Regent Lilis' Victory in the 2024 Kebumen Regency Election: Case Study of Victory
items: Social Construction of the Cultural Parade in the Month Ramadan in Purwoharjo
items: Shifting Religious Values in the Representation of “Jilboobs” Among Out-of-Town Students
items: The Role of Mediator Communication in Symbolic Interaction of Divorce Mediation at The Sidoarjo Religious Court
items: The Meaning of Fear of Adultery in Marriage Dispensation Applications at The Sidoarjo Religious Court
items: Social Construction of Society in the Decrease in the Electricity of Female DRPD Members in the 2024 Election in Magelang Regency
items: Utilizing Advocacy Journalism for Rural Development in Taraba State
items: Social Construction of Sedarum Village Community on Money Politics in Village Head Elections
items: The Influence of 'Santri Identification' on the Choice of Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates Based on Religion in the 2024 Presidential Election
items: Dynamics of Power and Public Participation Regional Elections in Jombang
items: Public Trust in Sidoarjo After The Corruption Case Gus Muhdlor is Facing in 2024
items: Transactional Culture and the Reproduction of Patronage: Reading the Dawn Attack as a Socio-Political Practice in Lamongan, Indonesia
items: Digital Campaign Strategy: TikTok Content Analysis of Candidate No. 1 Eri Armuji on Voters' Preferences in the 2024 Surabaya regional election
items: Dynamics of Money Politics, and Generation Z's Political Choices in the 2024 Regional Elections in Sidoarjo Regency
items: The Influence of Public Debate on Political Awareness and Voter Rationality in the Rembang Regional Election
items: Money Politics In Madiun City During Local Elections Poses A Threat to Local Democracy
items: Participation and Perception of Generation Z of Menganti Villages in the Regional Election Campaign on Social Media
items: The Political Impact of Grants on Inter-Regional Relations: A Case Study of Grant Allocation from Bojonegoro to Lamongan, and Its Implications for Regional Cooperation
items: Political Communication and Leadership Image of Ning Ita for Success in Two Periods the Mojokerto City
items: Social Construction of Politics and Religion:Study of 2024 Election Jingles in Surabaya City KPU Environment

Governmental Political Policy and Out-of-School Children in Osun State, Nigeria
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description: This study examines how government responses addressed out-of-school children in Osun State, Nigeria. Using an exploratory research design, data were collected through questionnaires, interviews with major stakeholders and civil society organisations, and reports. Data were analysed using frequency tables and thematic analysis and interpreted through the lens of systems theory. The findings identified O'Meals, the school policing system, and the establishment of Early Child Care Development (ECCD) centers, among others, as policies implemented by the state government for out-of-school children in Osun State. Results also showed that the government's specific responses to out-of-school children had effectively reduced the number of out-of-school children in the state by 13.9%, although some challenges were encountered during implementation. The study concluded that the Osun State government’s response had reasonably addressed the issue of out-of-school children in the state through the implementation of government policies such as O’Meals, school policing systems, establishment of early childhood care development, nomadic schools, and collaboration with major stakeholders
subject: Articles
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subject: Education
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subject: Out-Of-School Children
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subject: Government
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subject: Educational Policy
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subject: The paper is on government politics, policy formulation and implementation
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subject: Political Science
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creator: Amaka Emordi
creator: Bamire F.B.
creator: Ibukunoluwa Ruth Olufemi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Amaka Emordi; Bamire Bamire, Ibukunoluwa Ruth Olufemi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
starting page: 214
ending page: 228
doi: 10.64595/-.v2n2.p214-228

Sound Horeg as Political Campaign Strategy in the Banyuwangi Local Election
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description: The phenomenon of sound horeg in the 2024–2029 Banyuwangi local election reflects a significant transformation in local political campaign strategies that integrate popular culture, grassroots entertainment, and emotional political communication. Originally functioning as a form of rural entertainment, sound horeg has evolved into a strategic political medium capable of mobilizing mass participation, fostering emotional attachment, and strengthening cultural identification between candidates and voters. This study aims to analyze the role of sound horeg as a political campaign strategy, the political communication processes involved, and its implications for voter perceptions, cultural identity, and democratic quality. This research employs a qualitative case study approach, utilizing in-depth interviews with campaign teams, local political actors, sound horeg community members, religious figures, and voters, complemented by participant observation and document analysis. The analytical framework integrates Harold Lasswell’s political communication model, Antonio Gramsci’s theory of cultural hegemony, Ernesto Laclau’s theory of populism, and perspectives from cultural sociology and the sociology of religion. The findings reveal that sound horeg functions not merely as entertainment but as a symbolic cultural practice that produces political legitimacy, emotional mobilization, and populist identification. However, the strategy also raises ethical concerns regarding the commodification of culture, the dominance of emotional appeals over policy discourse, and the potential exclusion of certain social groups. This study contributes to the literature on local political communication by demonstrating how culture, religion, and power intersect in contemporary Indonesian local elections
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sound Horeg
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subject: Political Campaign Strategy
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subject: Cultural Hegemony
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subject: Populism
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subject: Banyuwangi Local Election
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creator: Aditya Firman Saputra
creator: Randy Prasetyo
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Aditya Firman Saputra, Randy Prasetyo (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
starting page: 172
ending page: 183
doi: 10.64595/-.v2n2.p172-183

Employee Participation in Decision Making, Psychological Ownership, and Knowledge Sharing: Mediating Role of Organizational Commitment in The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)
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description: This study investigates how employee participation in decision-making and psychological ownership influence knowledge sharing, with organizational commitment as a mediating factor in the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority. Addressing knowledge management challenges and limited empirical research in The Gambia, it explores how engagement and ownership enhance knowledge sharing through stronger commitment. Using a quantitative approach, structured questionnaires were distributed to staff, and data were analyzed through structural equation modeling to test direct and mediated relationships. The results show that both participation in decision-making and psychological ownership significantly and positively affect organizational commitment and knowledge sharing. Furthermore, organizational commitment enhances knowledge sharing and mediates the effects of participation and ownership. These findings highlight the importance of involving employees in organizational decisions and fostering a sense of ownership to overcome barriers to knowledge sharing. Practically, the study suggests that the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority and similar organizations should adopt participatory management and psychological empowerment strategies to build commitment and promote continuous knowledge sharing. Such efforts are vital for operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth. Overall, this research fills a gap in knowledge-sharing studies within African aviation contexts and provides a framework for improving information exchange in resource-limited settings.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Employee participation in decision-making
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subject: psychological Ownership
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subject: organizational Commitment
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creator: Muhammed Bah
creator: Meika Kurnia Puji Rahayu
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammed Bah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-10-30
publication date: 2025-10-30
starting page: 248
ending page: 271
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v1n4.p264-288

The Influence of Money Politics on the Political Choices of the Buduran District Community in the East Java Gubernatorial Election
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description: In the context of the gubernatorial election in East Java, this study examines how the political choices of the public are influenced by money politics. Money politics in a democratic system often affects voters' decisions, raising concerns about the integrity and quality of the electoral process. This research employs a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews and surveys to explore how voters react to offers of money politics and the consequences for their attitudes and behaviors when casting their votes. The study finds that although many voters are aware of the negative impacts of money politics, many accept the proposals due to economic reasons and pressing needs. Furthermore, the practice of money-focused politics often diverts voters' attention from candidates' goals and visions to the financial incentives offered. The findings of this research emphasize that, to ensure fairer and higher-quality elections in the future, voter education and strengthened regulations are necessary to combat the practice of money politics.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Money Politics
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subject: Gubernatorial Election
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subject: Political Choice
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creator: Nesta Imanuel Christian
creator: Jhezkiel Enrico Laksmana
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nesta Imanuel Christian (Author); Jhezkiel Enrico Laksmana (Translator) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-10-30
publication date: 2025-10-30
starting page: 225
ending page: 235
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v1n4.p225-234

Shalawatan as the Head Election Campaign Website for Region Karangpoh Village, Menganti, Gresik
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description: Shalawatan is an online activity intended to give thanks to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). These activities have become an icon among muslims, especially you who have been carrying out prayer activities. 2024 Gresik County Chief Election. Yesterday was a very intense rivalry between candidate number one and the box. Empty. The competition is fierce because it is triggered by issues related to prospective couples, Number 1. This sparked a campaign by candidate number one's couples, who performed prayers and other activities in the Karangpoh Village Box. This research aims to explore aspects that influence the campaign and the motives of prospective couples' success teams with a caretaker in DSN. Karangpoh Box. The method employed in this research is an insightful observational approach and in-depth interviews. The study was supported. With the theory of social capital proposed by Pierre Bourdieu and subsequently developed by James Coleman (1988) and Robert Putnam (1993), focusing on its impact on Social and economic life. The phenomenon does not seem to affect society. The karangpoh can be seen by the number of votes that the prospective couple number 1 gets. It's less than an empty box.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: The Karangpoh Village
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subject: Campaign
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subject: Campaign Shalawatan
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creator: Adinda Dwi Fitriyanti
creator: Nirmala Anggur Aulia
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Adinda Dwi Fitriyanti, Nirmala Anggur Aulia (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-10-30
publication date: 2025-10-30
starting page: 296
ending page: 308
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v1n4.p309-319

Motives of Tantrum Behavior Among Beneficiaries in Religious Guidance Programs at the Social Service and Rehabilitation Center for People
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description: This study examines the motives underlying tantrum behavior among beneficiaries participating in religious guidance programs at the Social Service and Rehabilitation Center for People with Social Welfare Problems (PRS PMKS) in Sidoarjo. Tantrum behavior, often interpreted as disruption or noncompliance, is analyzed sociologically as meaningful social action shaped by subjective motives, life experiences, and institutional interactions. Using a descriptive qualitative approach with a social phenomenological method, data were collected through passive observation, in-depth interviews with beneficiaries and religious instructors, and documentation. Data were analyzed through reduction, display, and conclusion drawing, and interpreted using Max Weber’s theory of social action, complemented by Michel Foucault’s concepts of disciplinary power and Pierre Bourdieu’s framework of symbolic power and religious field. The findings show that tantrum behavior is driven by emotional trauma, adjustment to institutional routines, instrumental considerations, and internalized moral values. Tantrum behavior functions as social communication, subtle resistance, and identity negotiation within institutional religious practices. Therefore, tantrum behavior should be understood as meaningful social action reflecting the interaction between individual agency, institutional power, and religious moral regulation in social rehabilitation.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: tantrum behavior
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subject: social motives
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subject: religious guidance
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subject: beneficiaries
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creator: Azizah Atha
creator: Gregory Ajima Onah
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Azizah Atha, Gregory Ajima Onah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 33
ending page: 57
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p33-57

Social Construction of Cultural Acculturation in the Friday Legi Mass in Pohsarang Village, Kediri Regency, Indonesia
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description: This study examines the dynamic relationship between the Catholic Church and local culture within the context of liturgical inculturation in Indonesia. As an institution historically rooted in Western traditions, the Catholic Church is required to engage in dialogue with the cultural diversity of the Indonesian archipelago, which is marked by complex symbols, values, and religious expressions. Liturgical inculturation represents an encounter between faith and culture that seeks to preserve the theological meaning of the liturgy while fostering the development of local religious identity. Within this context, the study aims to explore the forms, meanings, and social implications of inculturation practices in the Indonesian Catholic Church. The primary objective is to analyze the processes and meanings of inculturation in the implementation of Catholic liturgy, particularly in the adaptation of symbols, language, and local cultural expressions within the Eucharistic celebration. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with a phenomenological approach, informed by the social construction theory of Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann. The findings reveal that liturgical inculturation in Indonesia is not merely aesthetic or symbolic, but constitutes a dialogical and reflective process that integrates Gospel values with local cultural traditions. Furthermore, inculturation strengthens the congregation’s sense of belonging while broadening the understanding of catholicity as a universal communion that embraces cultural diversity.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Liturgical inculturation
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subject: Catholic Church
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subject: Local culture
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subject: Religious identity
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subject: Social construction
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creator: Anggit Yuniar Putri Pilhandesi
creator: Jhezkiel Enrico Laksmana
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Anggit Yuniar Putri Pilhandesi, Jhezkiel Enrico Laksmana (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-01-25
publication date: 2025-01-25
starting page: 19
ending page: 32
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p19-32

A Portrait of Self-Branding on Social Media: Understanding Islamic Values and Trends in The Digital Native Generation
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description: The growth of social media has transformed how digital-native generations construct and present identity. Islamic college students face a unique challenge in balancing digital trends with Islamic values. This study examines self-branding patterns and strategies among students at Sunan Ampel State Islamic University, Surabaya, focusing on Instagram and TikTok and the integration of Islamic values. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, social media observation, and documentation of six selected students, and analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s model and Goffman’s dramaturgical framework. The findings show that students consciously curate content as digital self- presentation (front stage), while the selection process and consideration of Islamic values occur in the back stage. Self-branding combines modern visual aesthetics, personal narratives, and religious symbols presented in popular, contextual forms. Students experience dual pressures from religious expectations and social media algorithms, yet gain opportunities for networking, reputation building, and digital da’wah. The study concludes that student self-branding at UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya represents a hybrid identity adapting Islamic values to contemporary digital culture.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: social media
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subject: digital native generation
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subject: Islamic values
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subject: dramaturgi
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creator: Maya Sabrina
creator: Dhiajeng Putri N
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Maya Sabrina, Dhiajeng Putri Nurkumala (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-25
publication date: 2026-01-25
starting page: 1
ending page: 18
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p1-18

Local Election of Solo 2024: Looking at the Role of Political Parties and Coalitions Behind the Scenes
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description: The 2024 Solo City Regional Head Election (Pilkada) is an interesting political event to study, especially regarding the role of political parties (parpol) and coalitions in determining the dynamics of contestation. This research aims to analyze the strategies, alliances, and political interactions built by political parties and coalitions behind the scenes of the 2024 Solo Regional Head Election. Using a qualitative approach and case study method, this research will explore the factors that influence coalition formation, inter-political negotiations, and their impact on the local democratic process. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews with various sources, participatory observation, and analysis of official documents related to Pilkada. The results of the study are expected to reveal the complexity of the role of political parties and coalitions in the 2024 Solo Election and contribute to the understanding of local political dynamics and the strengthening of the democratic system in Indonesia
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political parties
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subject: coalition
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subject: political strategy
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subject: democracy
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creator: Athaya Syifa Nadira Kusuma
creator: Putri Rohmaning
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Athaya Syifa Nadira Kusuma, Putri Rohmaning (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-10-30
publication date: 2025-10-30
starting page: 283
ending page: 295
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v1n4.p298-309

Blater VS Kyai: The Dynamics of Dualism in The 2024 Sampang Regional Election Contest
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description: The 2024 Sampang Regional Election is an arena for political contestation that is able to bring together two great powers in traditional Madura society, namely Blater and Kyai. Blater is someone who represents a traditional power based on local social and cultural influences. When dealing directly with a Kyai, he becomes a symbol of religious authority that has spiritual legitimacy among religious people, especially students. This study aims to analyze the dynamics of competition between these two forces in fighting for political support, as well as their impact on voter patterns, social stability, and the ongoing democratic process in Sampang today. Using a qualitative approach, this study explores the political strategy, narrative built, and alliance formed between Blater and Kyai. In addition, this study also examines how the power of this dualism is able to influence people's perception of local leadership patterns and how they use cultural and religious symbols to strengthen their respective political positions. The results of this study are expected to provide in-depth insights into the interaction between traditional and religious forces in the local political context, as well as the implications of democracy at the regional level
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Blater
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subject: Kiyai
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subject: the power of dualism
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subject: social stability
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subject: political strategy
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creator: Syi'a'ur Rofiqi
creator: Sohibul Amin
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syi'a'ur Rofiqi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 204
ending page: 217
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.256

Social Practices of Regent Lilis' Victory in the 2024 Kebumen Regency Election: Case Study of Victory
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description: This study examines the phenomenon of Regent Lilis' victory in the 2024 Kebumen Regency election, which brought with it a number of challenges that could have hindered her victory. These challenges included her husband's negative background, who had been involved in a bribery case, issues of political dynasties, and stereotypes against women. The researchers used Pierre Bourdieu's Social Practice Theory and Knowledge-Power-Discourse Theory to analyze how social practices contributed to Lilis' victory in the 2024 regional election in Gombong District. The research method used in this study was qualitative with a case study approach. The results of this study show that the social practices used by Regent Lilis to win in Gombong Subdistrict were not much different from previous social practices used to win. The resources and capital owned by her husband, former Regent Yahya Fuad, continued to be maintained and strengthened by Regent Lilis. So, even though the domain was different, Regent Lilis was still able to win votes in Gombong Subdistrict just like her husband. In addition, the narrative "Biyunge Wong Kebumen" succeeded in creating a regime of truth based on domestic morality. This strategy succeeded in eliminating negative issues through an undeniable narrative of love.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Gombong District
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subject: Negative Challenges
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subject: Social Practices
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subject: Gombong District
  topic: disciplines
subject: Negative Challenges
  topic: disciplines
subject: Social Practices
  topic: disciplines
subject: Power Relations
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creator: Alya Meida Pristiani
creator: Arief Affandi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Alya Meida Pristiani, Arief Affandi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 58
ending page: 81
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p58-81

Social Construction of the Cultural Parade in the Month Ramadan in Purwoharjo
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description: The ogoh-ogoh cultural parade held on the mornings of Ramadan in Purwoharjo District, Banyuwangi Regency, is a fascinating social phenomenon because it involves Hindu religious practices that coincide with the Muslim fasting month. This study aims to analyze the social construction of this cultural parade and the meanings it constructs through interfaith social interactions. This research employed a qualitative approach with phenomenological methods. Data collection involved direct observation and in-depth interviews with Hindu religious leaders, community leaders, and Muslims who participated in or witnessed the cultural parade. The results indicate that the cultural parade is constructed as a symbol of tolerance, togetherness, and respect between religious communities through processes of externalization, objectification, and internalization. The cultural parade serves not only as a religious ritual but also as a medium for strengthening the social identity of the pluralistic and harmonious Purwoharjo community.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: social construction
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subject: cultural parade
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subject: tolerance
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subject: pluralism
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subject: Banyuwangi
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creator: Vitto Raditya Pratama
creator: Aeron Fernando Dela Rosa
creator: Novi Fitia Maliha
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Vitto Raditya Pratama, Aeron Fernando Dela Rosa, Novi Fitia Maliha (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-18
publication date: 2026-04-18
starting page: 151
ending page: 172
doi: 10.64595/-.v2n2.p151-172

Shifting Religious Values in the Representation of “Jilboobs” Among Out-of-Town Students
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description: The phenomenon of hijab use among Muslim female students in the modern era is experiencing increasingly complex dynamics of meaning. One form of this is the emergence of a fashion style known as “jilboobs”, namely the use of a hijab combined with tight clothing to highlight the curves of the body. This study aims to describe the form of jilboobs fashion style representation among Muslim female students who are away from home at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Surabaya State University, analyze the shift in religious values reflected in this practice, and identify the social, cultural, and campus environmental factors that influence it. This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of ten informants of Muslim female students who are away from home. The shift in religious values is not interpreted as a loss of religiosity, but rather as a form of reinterpretation of religious values that is more flexible and contextual. Factors from the environment of travel, the influence of social media, campus culture, and pressure to be accepted in social circles are dominant factors in shaping this change. This study confirms that the hijab is no longer understood solely as a symbol of religious obedience, but also as an expression of social identity and lifestyle of Muslim female students in urban environments
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Shifting Religious Values
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subject: Jilboobs
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subject: Muslim Students From Out Of Town
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subject: Religious Identity
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subject: Representation of Fashion Style
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creator: Amanda Rahmawati
creator: Masimba Elvis Manyangara
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Amanda Rahmawati, Masimba Elvis Manyangara (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
starting page: 127
ending page: 150
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n2.p127-150

The Role of Mediator Communication in Symbolic Interaction of Divorce Mediation at The Sidoarjo Religious Court
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description: This study examines the role of symbolic interactionism in divorce mediation, focusing on how mediators at the Sidoarjo Religious Court construct and communicate the concept of a “harmonious family” through symbolic interactions. The research responds to rising divorce rates in Indonesia, particularly in Sidoarjo, where emotional conflict and poor communication often hinder mediation. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Research subjects consisted of court mediators and divorcing couples selected purposively based on experience and relevance. The findings show that mediators facilitate dialogue through verbal and nonverbal symbols such as empathy, adaptive language, polite greetings, and friendly gestures. Mediators also reinterpret the idea of a harmonious family from a hierarchical model toward one based on equality, mutual understanding, shared responsibility, and child welfare, supported by moral and religious advice. This study concludes that mediation functions not only as a legal process but also as a space for social and moral learning, emphasizing the importance of communication skills in achieving peaceful and sustainable resolutions.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Mediation, Divorce, Symbolic Interaction, Harmonious Family
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creator: Adinda Samudra
creator: Nihayatur Rohmah
creator: Camellia Khairul
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Adinda Samudra, Nihayatur Rohmah, Camellia Khairul (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 103
ending page: 126
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p103-126

The Meaning of Fear of Adultery in Marriage Dispensation Applications at The Sidoarjo Religious Court
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description: This study aims to analyze the meaning of the concept of "fear of adultery" in the application for marriage dispensation at the Sidoarjo Religious Court. The focus of the study is directed at how prospective brides and grooms and related parties interpret "fear of adultery" as a moral, religious, and social basis, as well as the influence of family pressure, societal norms, and the dynamics of the couple's relationship in forming this meaning. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 10 informants, consisting of 8 prospective brides and grooms and 2 employees of the Sidoarjo Religious Court. Data analysis uses Herbert Blumer's symbolic interactionism theory to understand the process of meaning formation through symbols, language, and social actions. The research results show that the reason for "fear of adultery" does not have a single meaning, but rather is a social construct formed through interactions between the applicant, family, and social environment. This meaning is generally formed by parents as the authority within the family and is used as a moral and religious symbol to legitimize early marriage and maintain family honor. For the Religious Court, "fear of adultery" is understood as a common administrative narrative in the marriage dispensation process. From a symbolic interactionist perspective, early marriage is understood as a social act legitimized through the symbolic meaning of "fear of adultery" that is constructed and accepted collectively
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Moral Basis
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Reality
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Action
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creator: Aqila Dwike
creator: Ainul Mardhiah Zabidi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Aqila Dwike, Ainul Mardhiah Zabidi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
starting page: 197
ending page: 213
doi: 10.64595/-.v2n2.p197-216

Social Construction of Society in the Decrease in the Electricity of Female DRPD Members in the 2024 Election in Magelang Regency
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description: This study aims to analyze the social construction underlying the decline in the electability of female DPRD members in Magelang Regency in the 2024 Election. Based on election data, women's representation in the Magelang R egency legislature shows a less than optimal trend even though the affirmative action policy (30% quota) has been implemented in the nomination process. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with the Social Construction theory of Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann to dissect how women's political reality is shaped through the processes of externalization, objectification, and internalization in society. The results show that the decline in electability is influenced by social construction that is still dominated by patriarchal values, where political leadership is still constructed as a male domain. The main inhibiting factors include: (1) societal stigma that limits women's political space, (2) public perception of women's low political capabilities, and (3) the lack of social and economic capital of female candidates compared to male candidates. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that formal policies alone are not enough without being followed by a deconstruction of public perceptions of gender roles in politics.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Social Construction
  topic: keywords
subject: Women's Electability
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subject: Magelang Regency DPRD
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subject: 2024 Election
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creator: Aulia Zabrina
creator: Yayi Putri Dwihayuni
creator: Inayat Ullah
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Aulia Zabrina, Yayi Putri Dwihayuni, Inayat Ullah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-30
publication date: 2026-01-30
starting page: 82
ending page: 102
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v2n1.p82-102

Utilizing Advocacy Journalism for Rural Development in Taraba State
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description: Development in most developing countries has been uneven and lopsided owing to several reasons stemming from horizontal flow of development communication and urban-centred nature of the mass media, high level of illiteracy, non-involvement/participation of other segments of the society, particularly the rural areas, among other factors. This study, therefore, examines the utilisation of advocacy journalism for the promotion of rural development in Taraba State. Democratic participant media theory was used as the theoretical underpinning for the study. The study adopts an in-depth interview as a methodology where data were collected from journalists in public and private media outfits in Taraba State. The findings of the study show that although journalists in Taraba state know about advocacy journalism, the majority do not practice advocacy journalism owing to operational difficulties, poor funding, and a lack of proper orientation on advocacy, among others. Among other things, the study recommends the need for the incorporation of advocacy journalism into the curriculum and training of journalists in Nigeria at all levels. The study also recommends that government and private media owners should improve the funding and remuneration of journalists, as well as help them surmount operational difficulties to carry out their responsibility of advocacy effectively.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Advocacy, Journalism, Participation, Rural development, Subjective reporting
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creator: Samuel Asicus
creator: MERCY TARTSEA–ANSHASE
creator: DESMOND OKOCHA ONYEMECHI
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Samuel Asicus, Mercy Tartsea-Anshase, Desmond Okocha Onyemechi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 182
ending page: 203
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.281

Social Construction of Sedarum Village Community on Money Politics in Village Head Elections
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description: This research aims to understand the social construction of the Sedarum Village community towards money politics in the village head election, how the community interprets and responds to money politics, because this money politics has been considered commonplace by the community, which leads to transactional vote buying. The phenomenon of money politics may be familiar to us, including the people of Sedarum Village. At the time of the village head election, there were two candidates for the position of village head, and both candidates gave money to the community to vote. Because in Sedarum village, it has become a tradition that every time there is an election, there must be money received, even worse, most Sedarum people receive money from the two candidates. Phenomenological theory is used to analyze the meaning of money politics from the community's point of view, and political economy theory that explains the economic motivation behind the acceptance of money politics. The results show that money politics has become a tradition that is difficult to avoid, where most people tend to accept money in exchange for voting, even people who have close connections with candidates can get more money than ordinary people. Money politics not only affects election results, but also changes the social and political structure of the village, where the financial capability of prospective village leaders is more important than the quality of leadership.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Money politics
  topic: keywords
subject: Social construction
  topic: keywords
subject: Village Head election
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subject: Sedarum village
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subject: Local democracy
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creator: Radha Amrillah
creator: Novi Fitia Maliha
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Radha Amrillah, Novi Fitia Maliha (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 170
ending page: 181
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.275

The Influence of 'Santri Identification' on the Choice of Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates Based on Religion in the 2024 Presidential Election
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description: The phenomenon of the power of figures as a voter getter in democracy impacts the selection of candidates who will be nominated in the general election contest. Candidate pairs are not seen based on their abilities, but rather on how the candidates can win the general election. The use of figures as a means of attracting voters can be seen from the nomination of presidential and vice presidential candidate pairs in the 2024 presidential election. Two of the three candidate pairs have brought together figures from Nahdlatul Ulama as candidate pairs as a winning strategy. In the discipline of socio-political science, a person's voting behavior in a general election is not just a five-yearly activity; there are reasons and backgrounds as to why someone chooses a particular pair. This study aims to analyze more specifically the influence of Islamic boarding school identification on the choice of presidential and vice presidential candidates based on religion. This study uses a survey method with a correlational approach. The subjects in this study were students of the Al-Amien Islamic boarding school with a sample size of 207 students. The results of the analysis show that Islamic boarding school identification has a significant influence on voting behavior. However, the magnitude of the contribution of santri identification is relatively weak, reflected in the regression coefficient of 0.07, while the rational consideration variable, which includes the evaluation of the vision, mission, programs, and track records of the candidates, is proven to have a more substantial influence, with a regression coefficient reaching 0.43. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that although santri identification contributes to santri political preferences, rational considerations play a more dominant role in their decision-making process.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: elections, voting behavior, rational consideration, santri, self-concept
  topic: keywords
creator: Amir Mahmud
creator: Dewien Nabielah Agustin
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Amir Mahmud, Dewien Nabielah Agustin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 130
ending page: 143
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.261

Dynamics of Power and Public Participation Regional Elections in Jombang
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description: The 2024 Election Jingle "Choosing for Indonesia" is used by the Surabaya City General Election Commission (KPU) as a means of communication to support the Election's spirit. This study aims to understand the construction of the jingle playback in the internal environment of the Surabaya City KPU through a phenomenological approach and Peter L. Berger's social construction theory. The study examines three main stages— externalization, objectification, and internalization—regarding how a jingle is a communication and motivational tool. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation from four informants at the Surabaya City KPU. The jingle playback illustrates a social construction process, with regular playbacks promoting democratic values similar to religious teachings.Objectification occurs as the jingle integrates into organizational culture, symbolizing collective identity and shared values, much like religious symbols in people's lives. Internalization is reflected in individuals' varying interpretations of the jingle, inspiring some to conform to its message while others engage differently. This process highlights how values of fairness and participation are embedded in personal and organizational identities. Regularly playing the jingle at 10 am and 3 pm boosts enthusiasm, awareness of democratic principles, and solidarity among KPU employees, similar to how religious rituals reinforce commitment to moral values
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Power
  topic: keywords
subject: Community Participation
  topic: keywords
subject: Local Election
  topic: keywords
subject: Jombang
  topic: keywords
creator: Dio Fajar Andrian
creator: Khalid Syaifullah
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Dio Fajar Andrian, Khalid Syaifullah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
starting page: 184
ending page: 196
doi: 10.64595/-.v2n2.p184-196

Public Trust in Sidoarjo After The Corruption Case Gus Muhdlor is Facing in 2024
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description: This corruption that ensnared Sidoarjo's regent, Gus Muhdlor, as 2024 drew a public trust crisis over local leadership. The issue is important because public trust is the foundation of local democratic legitimacy. The study aims to examine the effect that cases of corruption have on public trust and the political participation of Sidoarjo residents. A qualitative approach is used through in-depth interviews and analysis of social media commentary. Research shows an increasing skepticism of people's politics, but it does not yield to total apathy. Instead, active citizens form political discontent in digital space, signifying a shift in trust from leadership figures to community collectivity. In conclusion, though the leadership figure loses credibility, the political consciousness of people remains high. The study recommends more open public communication reform and digital space use as a platform for constructive participation in local democracy.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Public Trust
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Corruption
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Participation
  topic: keywords
subject: Digital Public Space
  topic: keywords
subject: Sidoarjo
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creator: Mutiara Ramadhani Putri Rismawan
creator: Albert E. Barona
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mutiara Ramadhani Putri Rismawan, Albert E. Barona (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 156
ending page: 169
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.258

Transactional Culture and the Reproduction of Patronage: Reading the Dawn Attack as a Socio-Political Practice in Lamongan, Indonesia
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description: The phenomenon of dawn attacks in the 2024 Regional Head Election (Pilkada) in Lamongan Regency represents a tangible form of transactional political culture that has been institutionalized in local democratic practices. This article aims to examine the dawn attack not just as a violation of election laws but as a social practice that reflects the reproduction of patronage between the political elite and the voting community. This study employs a qualitative approach with a case study design, collecting data through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis from election organizers, winning teams, and Lamongan residents. The results indicate that dawn attacks are facilitated through robust social networks, where patron-client relationships play a crucial role in exchanging economic resources for political support. The practice is rooted in reciprocity and social norms that justify giving money as a form of political solidarity. As a result, the dawn attack not only perpetuates power inequality but also reduces the meaning of democratic participation to pragmatic economic relations. These findings confirm that local democracy in Lamongan is still colored by a patronage culture that continues to be reproduced through social, symbolic, and structural mechanisms
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Dawn attack
  topic: keywords
subject: money politics
  topic: keywords
subject: Regional elections
  topic: keywords
subject: democratic legitimacy
  topic: keywords
subject: Lamongan
  topic: keywords
creator: Diva Mahkota Putri
creator: Alessandra Decataldo
creator: Kenechukwu Emmanuel Nnamani
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Diva Mahkota Putri (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-10-30
publication date: 2025-10-30
starting page: 272
ending page: 282
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.v1n4.p289-297

Digital Campaign Strategy: TikTok Content Analysis of Candidate No. 1 Eri Armuji on Voters' Preferences in the 2024 Surabaya regional election
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description: The use of social media in political campaigns is increasing, especially on video-based platforms like TikTok. In the 2024 Surabaya Election, candidate pair (Paslon) number 1, Eri Armuji, utilized TikTok as one of their digital campaign strategies. This study examines the influence of TikTok campaign content from Paslon number 1 on voter preferences in the 2024 Surabaya Election. It examines how content strategy influences voter perceptions and decisions, employing a qualitative approach and assessing the effectiveness of political communication through agenda-setting and the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM). Data was collected through content analysis of a TikTok campaign video by the Eri-Armuji team. The findings indicated that emotional content and local issues had a stronger influence on voter preferences than just campaign promises. Additionally, engagement via likes, comments, and shares boosted the candidates' popularity among young voters.. This study concludes that the digital campaign strategy through Tiktok can be an effective tool in influencing voter preferences, especially by utilizing relevant narratives and readily accepted by digital audiences. This study also emphasized the importance of adaptation of political communication strategies in the digital era to increase the effectiveness of the campaign
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: political communication
  topic: keywords
subject: digital campaigns
  topic: keywords
subject: tiktok voter preferences
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subject: surabaya elections
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creator: Saiful Hasan
creator: Ainur Rofiq
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Saiful Hasan, Ainur Rofiq (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 122
ending page: 129
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.220

Dynamics of Money Politics, and Generation Z's Political Choices in the 2024 Regional Elections in Sidoarjo Regency
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description: The phenomenon of money politics remains a significant issue in the context of electoral politics, particularly ahead of the 2024 Regional Elections in Sidoarjo Regency. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the dynamics of money and political practices and the political choices of Generation Z, which has unique characteristics as a digital and critical generation. Using qualitative approaches and voter behavior theory as the framework of analysis, research data were obtained through in-depth interviews, literature studies, and field observations. The results of the study show that although Generation Z in Sidoarjo Regency tends to be critical of the practice of money politics, the influence of economic incentives is still a factor that influences some of them in making political choices. In addition, social media was found to have an important role in shaping Generation Z's political opinions, both for and against money politics. In conclusion, money politics remains a significant challenge in local democracy, although Generation Z shows potential as more conscious agents of political change. This study recommends strengthening political education and regulation to minimize the negative impact of money politics in upcoming elections.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Money politics
  topic: keywords
subject: Generation Z
  topic: keywords
subject: Regional Elections
  topic: keywords
subject: Sidoarjo Regency
  topic: keywords
subject: voter behavior
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Julian Fitranta
creator: Abd Rohman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Julian Fitranta, Abd Rohman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 114
ending page: 121
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.225

The Influence of Public Debate on Political Awareness and Voter Rationality in the Rembang Regional Election
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description: Public debate is one of the important means in the democratic process, especially in regional head elections (Pilkada), where the public can directly assess the vision and mission of candidate leaders. In the Rembang Pilkada, public debate played a significant role in increasing public political awareness and influencing voter rationality. This study aims to analyze the impact of public debate on increasing public political understanding and how it influences voters' rational decisions in choosing regional head candidates. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews and surveys of a number of voters in Rembang. The results of the study indicate that public debate can increase voter knowledge about political issues and programs of regional head candidates. However, despite the increase in political awareness, many voters still tend to vote based on emotional factors or social identity rather than rational considerations of the quality of the candidate's program. This study suggests the importance of holding more in-depth and informative debates in order to increase voter rationality in choosing regional head candidates.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Public debate
  topic: keywords
subject: political awareness
  topic: keywords
subject: democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: regional head elections
  topic: keywords
creator: Sellametha Alika Permata Gunaeri
creator: Najwa Fadhilatul Khusna
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sellametha Alika Permata Gunaeri, Najwa Fadhilatul Khusna (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 103
ending page: 113
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.200

Money Politics In Madiun City During Local Elections Poses A Threat to Local Democracy
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description: The phenomenon of money politics often occurs in local elections in any city, including in Madiun City, posing a serious threat to local democracy. Through local elections, the community hopes to elect leaders who are qualified and in line with the will the people. However, in practice, various forms of fraud, dishonesty, and deception are often encountered during a campaign, including the practice of bribing the public with money or goods to vote for a particular candidate, a practice known as political corruption. This study focuses on the city of Madiun, serving as the primary subject and object of analysis to examine and analyze the occurrence of political corruption in local elections. The objective of this study is to analyze the occurrence of money politics in the local election of Madiun City and to examine the factors that drive this phenomenon in Madiun City. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach focused on data collection and analysis. This approach is also used to understand the extent of the influence of money politics on society and its impact on local democracy. The method involved conducting a survey using a questionnaire designed to collect data from a large number of respondents using sampling techniques from the voter population in Madiun City, and analyzing the collected data. The results of this study indicate that money politics practices pose a serious threat to local democracy in Madiun City
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Money Politics
  topic: keywords
subject: Local Election
  topic: keywords
subject: Madiun City
  topic: keywords
subject: Local Democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: Elections
  topic: keywords
creator: Caroline Magdalena
creator: Muhammad Hardi Ares bin Saufi
creator: Lintang Mutiara Dewi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Caroline Magdalena, Muhammad Hardi Ares bin Saufi, Lintang Mutiara Dewi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 92
ending page: 102
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.202

Participation and Perception of Generation Z of Menganti Villages in the Regional Election Campaign on Social Media
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description: The democratic process of the Regional Elections is developing along with the development of digital technology. Social media has emerged as a key instrument for political campaigns especially when it comes to connecting with Generation Z. They have extensive access to social media and their opinions on online political campaigns reflect their level of participation. This study is to examine how Generation Z in Menganti Village participates in the Pilkada campaign on social media and how they perceive the effectiveness and credibility of the campaign. The methodology of this research is qualitative, and data is collected through campaigns on social media platforms including WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok as well as interviews. The results of the study show that adolescents' participation in the Pilkada campaign on social media varies, ranging from simply consuming information to being active in discussions and the dissemination of political content. Digital literacy factors, political preferences, and campaign strategies of candidates have a significant influence on their engagement. In addition, Generation Z's perception of political campaigns on social media tends to be diverse; Some consider it an educational source of information, but others feel that the campaign is full of hoaxes and propaganda. By understanding the patterns of participation and perception of Generation Z in the Pilkada campaign on social media, this research is expected to contribute to increasing digital political literacy as well as a more inclusive and transparent campaign strategy for the younger generation.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Participation
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Media
  topic: keywords
subject: Election Campaigns
  topic: keywords
creator: Mutiara Anjeli
creator: Dwi Riswanda Imawan
creator: Triphanie Obligar
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mutiara Anjeli, Dwi Riswanda Imawan, Triphanie Obligar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-27
publication date: 2025-07-27
starting page: 84
ending page: 91
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.204

The Political Impact of Grants on Inter-Regional Relations: A Case Study of Grant Allocation from Bojonegoro to Lamongan, and Its Implications for Regional Cooperation
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description: This study analyzes the political impact of the allocation of grant funds from the Bojonegoro Regency Government to the Lamongan Regency Government, as well as its implications on inter- regional relations and regional cooperation. The main focus of this study is to understand the dynamics of power, political interests, and socio-economic factors that affect the effectiveness of such cooperation. Using qualitative approaches and case study methods, data was collected through in-depth interviews with stakeholders as well as analysis of policy documents, financial statements, and media reports. The theoretical framework used is Resource Interdependence and Rational Choice Theory. The findings of the study show that the allocation of grant funds can strengthen the relationship between the regions, increase the political legitimacy of Bojonegoro, but also cause political jealousy in Lamongan, and increase the dependence of the region. Transparency and accountability in the management of grant funds are important factors in the success of the cooperation. Overall, for grants to deliver optimal benefits, transparent, accountable, and participatory mechanisms are needed, as well as a clear understanding of shared goals. The theory of resource interdependence and rational choice helps explain how political and economic interests influence cooperation decisions between regions
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Grants
  topic: keywords
subject: Inter-Regional Relations
  topic: keywords
subject: Regional Cooperation
  topic: keywords
subject: Budget Politics
  topic: keywords
subject: Resource Interdependence
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creator: Aviola Dheya Elzananda
creator: Asmi Rusmanayanti
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Aviola Dheya Elzananda, Asmi Rusmanayanti (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 218
ending page: 224
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.199

Political Communication and Leadership Image of Ning Ita for Success in Two Periods the Mojokerto City
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description: Ning Ita's success in leading the city of Mojokerto for two periods is an interesting phenomenon in political sociology, especially in the context of political communication and leadership image formation. Leaders who can build effective communication tend to gain strong legitimacy from the community, thereby maintaining the sustainability of their leadership. This study aims to analyze Ning Ita's political communication strategy and its contribution to a positive image among the public. Using the theory of political communication as a foundation, the research was conducted with a qualitative approach through documentation studies and in-depth interviews for comprehensive data. The results showed that Ning Ita implemented a systematic communication strategy through mass media, social media, and direct interaction with the community. Consistency in delivering clear, transparent, and participatory political messages is the main factor shaping his image as a responsive, innovative, and close to the People leader. Effective political communication has an impact on increasing public confidence and political stability, favoring the sustainability of its leadership. In conclusion, political communication is not just a tool to deliver policies, but a strategic element to build an image of sustainable leadership and strengthen the relationship between leaders and society
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Political Communication
  topic: keywords
subject: Leadership Image
  topic: keywords
subject: Ning Ita
  topic: keywords
subject: Two Terms
  topic: keywords
subject: Mojokerto City
  topic: keywords
creator: Syavira Dwi Kumala Putri
creator: Ayu Fatmala Agustin
creator: Nik Nur Nazira Arisya Bt Nik Nazman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syavira Dwi Kumala Putri, Ayu Fatmala Agustin, Nik Nur Nazira Arisya Bt Nik Nazman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-07-31
publication date: 2025-07-31
starting page: 144
ending page: 154
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.182

Social Construction of Politics and Religion:Study of 2024 Election Jingles in Surabaya City KPU Environment
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description: The 2024 Election Jingle "Choosing for Indonesia" is used by the Surabaya City General Election Commission (KPU) as a means of communication to support the Election's spirit. This study aims to understand the construction of the jingle playback in the internal environment of the Surabaya City KPU through a phenomenological approach and Peter L. Berger's social construction theory. The study examines three main stages—externalization, objectification, and internalization—regarding how a jingle is a communication and motivational tool. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation from four informants at the Surabaya City KPU. The jingle playback illustrates a social construction process, with regular playbacks promoting democratic values similar to religious teachings.Objectification occurs as the jingle integrates into organizational culture, symbolizing collective identity and shared values, much like religious symbols in people's lives. Internalization is reflected in individuals' varying interpretations of the jingle, inspiring some to conform to its message while others engage differently. This process highlights how values of fairness and participation are embedded in personal and organizational identities. Regularly playing the jingle at 10 am and 3 pm boosts enthusiasm, awareness of democratic principles, and solidarity among KPU employees, similar to how religious rituals reinforce commitment to moral values.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Jingle
  topic: keywords
subject: 2024 Election
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Construction
  topic: keywords
subject: KPU Surabaya
  topic: keywords
creator: Harrel Ciddan
creator: Nur Khairun Nisa
creator: Khuzaimah Khuzaimah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Harrel Ciddan, Nur Khairun Nisa, Khuzaimah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2025-01-31
publication date: 2025-01-31
starting page: 20
ending page: 38
doi: 10.64595/jrlpl.164