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Indonesian Journal of Social Sciences

ISSN 1978-760X

Vol. 1 / No. 3 / Published : 2009-07

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Original Article :

Golkar: the embodiment of new order that still appeals

Author :

  1. Ulla Fionna*1

Abstract :

At the end of Suharto’s long authoritarian rule in 1998, few would throw their support forGolkar – the former government -backed party. Golkar (Golongan Karya or lit. functionalgroup) changed its name to Partai Golkar (Golka r Party), but the stigma of being the formergovernment’s main hand in controlling and manipulating elections has stuck on. However,against popular belief, the party has managed to continue its electoral success. This articleexplores the factors behind t he continued popularity of Partai Golkar. Investigating its history,close connection with the military, and the changes the party had been undergoing since thestart of the reform (reformasi) era, this article argues that the success of the party has beensupported by the adoption of new image, the prevalence of money politics, and the strength ofthe party outside the main island of Java.

Keyword :

Indonesian politics, Golkar Party, election, reformasi, party popularity,


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