Witchcraft Politics in Indonesia’s 1998 New Order Regime: Conflict, Propaganda, and Political Directions
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The purpose of this study is to analyze the conflict during the New Order regime in Indonesia in 1998, based on the mystery of the Banyuwangi film, film as a reflection of the reality of the dynamics of 1998 reformasi in Indonesia, which clearly affected the city of Banyuwangi. Particularly regarding the witchcraft politics in Banyuwangi. This study employs a qualitative approach with a thematic analysis type. Consists of primary data containing the film Mysteries of Banyuwangi, as well as secondary data containing published research results such as journals, books, articles, and report archives that can answer the research problems. The data analysis technique uses manual coding through the processes of familiarization, initial coding, and open coding conducted using NVivo12 software, leading to a systematic thematic narration conducted in-depth to analyze phenomena using scapegoat theory, leadership, mechanical solidarity, and multidimensional conflict comprehensively. The research findings reveal that the political conflict surrounding witchcraft occurring in Banyuwangi is based on the New Order regime's strategy to maintain its political legacy regarding the existence of charismatic leaders such as Megawati Soekarno Putri and Abdurrahman Wahid. The pattern of conflict is directed at the Ulama as the main target by creating propaganda that scapegoats the existence of witchcraft and the role of witch doctors through community support. This conflict orientation is aimed at charismatic leaders who are able to undermine the stability and political legitimacy of the regime.
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