This study delves into the effects of centralistic political party policies on the selection of regional heads in Medan City. The research scrutinizes the influence of party-centric decision-making processes on the democratic aspects of local governance. Through a comprehensive analysis of political dynamics, candidate nominations, and electoral outcomes, the study aims to provide insights into the broader implications of centralistic party policies on regional leadership selection in the context of Medan City.

Centralistic political party, regional heads, candidate nominations

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