Political participation in the remote society: A case study of Samin community in Indonesia

บทคัดย่อ

This study examines the strengthening of political participation through local
wisdom in the Samin Community of Bojonegoro. Local wisdom, such as the
principles of honesty, consensus-based deliberation, and cooperation, serves
as the foundation for more inclusive and sustainable political participation.
This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study method,
focusing on how the traditional values of the Samin community are integrated
into modern political processes. Data were collected through in-depth
interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. The findings
indicate that Samin’ s local wisdom not only strengthens electoral integrity
but also enhances community involvement in the political process by avoiding
transactional political. This study contributes to the development of a political
participation model that aligns with local characteristics and highlights the
importance of preserving cultural identity within democracy. The integration
of local wisdom in politics is expected to provide solutions to democratic
challenges such as political apathy and social polarization.