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Unity through Division offers a comprehensive analysis of political Islam’s role in Indonesia’s democratic development. Diego Fossati investigates how Islamic political parties and movements have navigated the tension between religious identity and democratic representation since Indonesia’s transition to democracy in 1998.
The book challenges conventional wisdom by demonstrating that Islamic political forces have not undermined democracy but rather strengthened it through institutional engagement and representation. Fossati examines how Muslim-majority populations have used democratic processes to secure religious interests while maintaining commitment to democratic principles.
Drawing on extensive research and case studies, the work explores the mechanisms through which political Islam achieves representation in a diverse, multicultural democracy. It provides insights into how religious movements can coexist with democratic governance, offering important lessons for understanding religious politics in Muslim-majority democracies worldwide.
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