Hidden Power: Dynasty Politics in Konawe Regency?

In particular, this article aims to analyze several phenomena of hidden forms power in the process creating dynastic politics ahead 2024 concurrent municipal elections, a case study Konawe Regency. To do this, author uses Powercube-Gaventa theory from perspective power. The qualitative approach through interviews, observations, and document studies data collection process. This provides conclusions, including 1) There is alienation PAN's internal candidacy Dynastic operates control other party influence their decisions support. Potential experienced political cadres are quickly eliminated; 2) Setting agenda dynasty. Already exist at all levels legislature starting with DPRD district, DPR RI provinces, regional bureaucracies; 3) Actual party. was dynasty DPD PAN so an actor had chance being supported promoted by results rather pragmatic, parties not create competent cadres, they give birth ideal figures power, especially local elections taking place same time 2024. addition, instruments does affect existence waves conflicts caused greater regent (regional head) for current dynasty-forming period.