Pulling out all the stops to woo election voters


STUCK in a Jakarta traffic jam? No worries, we have a carload of therapists and clerics who will stop by to ease your frustration during the interminable wait.

That is what Jakarta gubernatorial candidate Ridwan Kamil (pic) is promising voters in the Nov 27 regional election. He has also made fervent declarations in support of the local football team.

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