Qualitative analysis of political image construction of santri figures in the upcoming election, suggesting their growing influence in Indonesia's political landscape.
Key Points
Santri political figures strategically construct their identities to gain legitimacy in elections.
Three identity patterns emerged: traditional pesantren-based, Muslim intellectuals, and NU activists.
Data were collected via interviews, observation, and document analysis using purposive sampling techniques.
Findings enhance understanding of the intersection between religion and politics in Indonesia.