JAKARTA - Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo was later referred to as 'The Next Jokowi' because of his blusukan like the president.

Although the leadership style that goes down directly to the people is also adopted by other regional heads, the similarities between Ganjar and Jokowi are considered more prominent.

Jokowi's stabbing style was also adopted by several regional heads, such as DKI Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan, West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil to former Surabaya Mayor, Tri Rismaharini (Risma). Each of them has a different way when it comes out.

So, where do Jokowi and Ganjar have in common?

Political observer Heri Budianto explained, first, the question of pompos. Both Ganjar and Jokowi, both are not reluctant to go down directly or the community.

Second, personal style in speaking. According to Heri, there are similarities between Jokowi and Ganjar when communicating with the people, namely the absence of distance from who and what is being discussed.

"That is owned by Ganjar who is similar to Jokowi. There is no distance, in the sense that there are no limits. Typical leaders who want to get closer to the people directly, that's the equation," Heri explained, Tuesday, February 23.

Third, about the language used. Both Ganjar and Jokowi do not use political language so that it is easy for the public to understand.

"So the language message used when having dialogue with the people is the language of the people, a language that is easy to use by the people. Do not use high language, political language, it is difficult for the people to digest, mostly the language of politicians," said Heri.


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