Shamans and Democracy: An Analysis of the Shaman’s Role in the 2019 Village Chief Election in Pasir Putih Village

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10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_68How to use a DOI?

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Political Culture; Election Democracy; Village Chief Election; Political Education

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the practice of shaman involvement in the village chief election in Pasir Putih Village, Bola Subdistrict, Wajo Regency, South Sulawesi, particularly in the context of the 2019 Village Chief Election. Using an explanatory qualitative approach, this study explores how shamans become part of the election process, influence voters, and their impact on election results as well as the general political culture. The data sources include primary data, obtained from interviews, direct observation, and secondary data, collected from documents. The data obtained were then analyzed through the process of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study show that shamans play an important role in the election process, providing recommendations, strategies, and spiritual support to candidates for village chief in Pasir Putih Village. Some candidates or their supporters often visit shamans to be given strategic recommendations or guidance believed to increase the chances of victory. They also often hold special ceremonies or rituals, involving the community, to obtain support or blessings from the spiritual world. This practice, although deeply rooted in local culture and history, has posed challenges to the integrity and democracy of the election for village chief. As a recommendation, this study suggests increasing political education for the community, strict regulation and supervision of shaman involvement, and the importance of dialogue between all parties involved in the election.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Andi Husnul Hatimah
AU  - Sukri Tamma
AU  - Ariana Yunus
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/04/29
TI  - Shamans and Democracy: An Analysis of the Shaman’s Role in the 2019 Village Chief Election in Pasir Putih Village
BT  - Proceedings of the World Conference on Governance and Social Sciences (WCGSS 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 650
EP  - 657
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_68
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-236-1_68
ID  - Hatimah2024
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