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Voter behavior in geographically isolated archipelagic communities is a socially mediated process driven by traditional leaders' authority, psychological proximity to candidates, rational evaluations of infrastructure needs, and localized political marketing, rather than a purely individual rational act. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This research aims to understand how voter behavior is shaped in remote communities within Indonesia's decentralized electoral system.

April 21, 2026SHILAP Revista de lepidopterologíaOpen Access

Understanding voter behavior in direct local elections: a case study from the Southeast Sulawesi Islands, Indonesia

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MNMuhammad NasirUniversitas Halu Oleo PAPatta Hindi AsisUniversitas Muhammadiyah Kendari

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Descriptive qualitative study reveals factors driving voter behavior in geographically isolated communities, suggesting enhanced local engagement strategies.

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This research aims to understand how voter behavior is shaped in remote communities within Indonesia's decentralized electoral system.
Conducted in-depth interviews with 24 informants on Cimpedak Island
Utilized descriptive qualitative approach alongside document analysis
Examined voter behavior through multiple theoretical frameworks
Voter behavior is influenced by traditional leaders as political gatekeepers
Candidates' psychological proximity and rational evaluations of infrastructure affect decisions
Localized political marketing plays a significant role in shaping voter preferences

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Nasir et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e7132bcb99343efc98cd8a https://doi.org/10.3389/fpos.2026.1754738

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Descriptive qualitative study reveals factors driving voter behavior in geographically isolated communities, suggesting enhanced local engagement strategies.

Understanding voter behavior in direct local elections: a case study from the Southeast Sulawesi Islands, Indonesia

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Understanding voter behavior in direct local elections: a case study from the Southeast Sulawesi Islands, Indonesia

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