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East Java’s iconic landscape is punctuated by natural wonders like Mount Bromo, a symbol of the volcanic activity and fiery spirit beneath the earth's surface. But beneath this natural dynamism lies a highly charged political environment, with the voting temperature rising as the election date approaches. Since Indonesia's direct presidential elections began in 2004, the candidate who secures the most votes in East Java has often ascended to the presidency, underscoring the province's pivotal role.