Paper Compliance: Political Party Campaign Funding Report at the Buton District in Indonesia

The study investigated political parties' accountability in managing campaign budgets. Using direct observation, in-depth interviews, and archives, researchers analyzed campaign fund data. They interviewed 14 individuals involved in the 2019 elections in Buton Regency. Findings revealed challenges related to accountability: Limited Knowledge and Awareness: Political parties lacked awareness of campaign nance budget governance. Low Regulatory Compliance: Supervision from related institutions was insufcient, and regulations governing campaign fund use were limited. Limited Public Information: Access to information on campaign fund usage was restricted. Recommendations include increasing awareness and transparency among political parties and encouraging public participation in the political process.