The most recent rumor in politics is about Setya Novanto and his Golkar Party devising a plan to reinstate the former as the Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR). Assuming the rumor is true, what would be the implications of Novanto returning as the speaker of DPR?
Read MoreOver the weekend, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo visited three regions in the Banten province, including the City of Serang. There the President celebrated the Muslim Day of Sacrifice. This presidential weekend trip is interesting given the regional election dynamics in Banten. The Mayor of Serang Tubagus Haerul Jaman has been mentioned as one of the running mate candidates for PDIP’s governor candidate, the incumbent Governor of Banten Rano Karno. Both men were seen accompanying the President. Is this a sign that Rano Karno will eventually pair up with Tubagus Haerul Jaman?
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