BECOMING the first Regional Chairman of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) in Bali was far from an easy decision for Jimmi Saputra. When the offer came, he faced not only a new political challenge but also personal resistance — particularly from the person closest to him, his beloved wife, Natalia Saputra.
Natalia, who had always stood beside Jimmi through every stage of his entrepreneurial journey, was hesitant. She knew her husband well — a man of conviction, courage, and unshakable principles, someone unafraid to stand up against injustice. To her, politics was a battlefield filled with risks, compromises, and emotional tolls.
“At that time, my wife told me, ‘Choose — your family or politics,’” Jimmi recalled with a calm smile.
It wasn’t an easy choice. But for Jimmi, politics was never about personal ambition; it was about a genuine desire to create change.
As a businessman grounded in honesty and transparency, he wanted to bring those same values into the political arena — to show that clean, compassionate, and people-centered politics could exist in Indonesia.
During his time leading PSI Bali, Jimmi proved that idealism can survive in politics. Through teamwork, empathy, and courage, he built PSI Bali into a space where young people could voice their aspirations, challenge injustice, and engage in politics without losing integrity.
Eventually, Jimmi decided to step away from politics — choosing to return to his roots, focus on his family, and expand his business endeavors.
Yet, the lessons remained. His chapter in politics, though closed, became a testament to his unwavering belief that true leadership is not about power — but about service, courage, and integrity. **
By Karolina | Edited by Igo Kleden
