Abstract
ABSTRACT This study investigates the role of religious orientation in shaping voter behavior in Madura during the 2019 Indonesian presidential election. Employing a mixed-method approach, the research examines how Islamic identity politics influenced voter preferences in a region characterized by religious homogeneity. The study finds that while support for Islamic organizations and religious leadership (ulama/kiai) played a significant role in mobilizing voters, explicit religious identity in candidates and promises to implement Sharia law were less effective. The research also highlights the complexities of identity politics in Madura, where the influence of local religious leaders and organizations often supersedes the broader national political narratives. These findings contribute to the broader discourse on identity politics in Indonesia and its implications for democratic stability.
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