The Dynamics of the 2024 Legislative Elections in Election of Indigenous Papuans in Boven Digoel Regency
Keywords:
Legislative Elections, Indigenous Papuans, Money Politics, Electability, Boven DigoelAbstract
This study aims to analyze the dynamics of the 2024 legislative elections in Boven Digoel Regency, evaluate the level of electability of Indigenous Papuans (OAP), and identify determinant factors that affect their low representation in the legislature. The method used is a qualitative approach with a sociological perspective, which allows in-depth exploration of local socio-political phenomena. The location of this research is Boven Digoel Regency, with informants consisting of legislative candidates, OAP voters, traditional leaders, political parties, and election organizers. Data collection techniques were conducted through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation, while data analysis used the Miles and Huberman interactive model, including data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that the dynamics of the 2024 elections were characterized by the dominance of money politics, the weak capacity of political parties in developing OAP cadres, and public perceptions that are still biased towards the ability of OAP in political positions. The level of electability of OAP is still low, at 22.5%, due to unequal access to economic resources, lack of structural support from parties, and the influence of political clientelism. Research conclusions emphasize the importance of reforming party recruitment systems and culturally-based political education. Recommendations include strengthening the political capacity of native Papuans, strict monitoring of money politics, and the active role of traditional institutions and churches in building collective political awareness.
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