Menelisik Status Sosial Ekonomi Calon Walikota dan Wakil Walikota Dalam Membangun Ekspektasi Ekonomi dan Preferensi Politik Masyarakat di Kota Mataram

Haeril Amri (Universitas Mataram)
Himawan Sutanto (Universitas Mataram)
Subhan Purwadinata (Universitas Mataram)

Jurnal Ekonomi, Manajemen, Akuntansi
Vol. 4 No. 1: November 2024

This research aims to understand the socio-economic status of the mayoral and vice mayoral candidates to strengthen the economic aspirations and political preferences of the people of Mataram City. This study employs a qualitative approach to collect data through in-depth interviews with local residents and an analysis of local socio-economic dynamics. The research findings indicate that the socio-economic status of the candidates has a significant impact on public expectations regarding economic policies and political preferences. The community tends to choose candidates with a strong economic background, as they are perceived to have better prospects for economic growth.