Islamisme dan Politisasi Agama Model PKS dalam Pilpres 2009
Abstract: In the past decade
or so, Islamism as a political concept and perhaps as an ideology has gained
strong momentum in Indonesia. The fall of Soeharto after more than three
decades in power has helped this ideology to emerge and exert itself
particularly in the form of religion oriented political party. This paper is
interested in exploring the expression and actualization of Islamism by
scrutinizing the political behavior of Justice and Welfare Party (Partai
Keadilan Sejahtera / PKS) during the 2009 presidential election. We are
particularly interested in looking at the use of religious symbols and rites by
the party for clear political purposes. We argue that Islamism has been
manipulated by PKS during that election as a vehicle to gain power. Hence, the
main problem that this paper deals with is actually the idea of the
politization of religion by a political party claiming to have represented
Islam and its noble teaching.
Keywords: Islamism, religious
symbols and rites, PKS
Penulis: Akh. Muzakki
Kode Jurnal: jpperadabanislamdd100045
