Indonesia's Village Head Elections: The Shadow of 'Botoh' Gamblers and Threats to Democracy
The village head elections (Pilkades) in various Indonesian regions are marred by the presence of 'botoh,' gamblers who bet large sums of money. Their activities extend beyond mere gambling, potentially influencing voter decisions and distorting democratic processes.
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