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Redistricting and Electoral Integrity: Institutional Dynamics and Political Inequality in Banyuwangi Heniwati Heniwati; Kris Nugroho
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Volume 5, No 4 (2025) October - December
Publisher : Pencerah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v5i4.570

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This study aims to analyze the institutional design for delineating electoral districts (daerah pemilihan) in elections and its implications for achieving electoral integrity in Banyuwangi Regency. It focuses on examining the extent to which the principles of electoral districting and seat allocation are fulfilled during redistricting processes, and identifying the appropriate institutional framework to ensure fair and sustainable electoral arrangements. Employing a qualitative method with a field research approach, this study was conducted in Banyuwangi Regency, Indonesia. The findings reveal that the redistricting process, which resulted in the addition of new electoral districts, disproportionately benefits larger and institutionally entrenched political parties. These parties are more capable of adapting to changes in seat allocation and capitalizing on newly formed districts, leading to increased electoral advantages. Moreover, redistricting introduces uncertainties in vote distribution, influences candidate recruitment mechanisms, and impacts the consolidation of party systems. The study also found that the decision of the national electoral commission (KPU) to adopt the third districting proposal, despite public preference for the 2019 configuration, lacked transparency and reflected political lobbying. This undermines the principle of continuity in electoral design. Consequently, this research underscores the need for a reformed institutional structure that ensures participatory, consistent, and integrity-driven electoral districting processes.
Political Strategies of Female Politicians in Shaping the Image of Female Leaders in the Local Political Arena: A Study of Gina Belanza Mulia, Member of the Bondowoso Regency Regional People’s Representative Council for the 2024–2029 Period Heniwati Heniwati; Puteri Raudatul Jannah; Heny Fajriyah Novianti; Yuda Yuliyanto
Journal of Political and Governance Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Catalist Indo Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64670/jpgs.v2i2.85

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Background This study aims to analyze the political strategies employed by female politicians in shaping leadership images within local politics, with a case study of Gina Belanza Mulia in the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) of Bondowoso Regency for the 2024–2029 period. Methods Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation, and analyzed using reduction, presentation, and verification with source triangulation. Results The findings reveal that Gina Belanza integrates her vision, Gerakan Berani Maju (Movement to Dare Progress), with socially grounded communication, strategic use of digital media, and cultural relations with religious and local leaders. Offensive strategies are reflected in her image as a progressive and religious young leader, while defensive strategies are evident in consolidating support through party structures and local networks to overcome patriarchal and cultural barriers. Conclusion This study concludes that Gina Belanza’s political strategies and personal branding significantly strengthen women’s political representation in Bondowoso, marking a shift from descriptive to substantive representation. The implications suggest that digital communication combined with cultural adaptation can serve as a model for female politicians in local contexts to enhance leadership legitimacy and contribute to gender-based democratic transformation.
Co-Authors Heny Fajriyah Novianti Kris Nugroho Puteri Raudatul Jannah Yuda Yuliyanto