Cat lover campaigns for animal rights in Indonesia elections

Francine Widjojo, 44, a parliamentary candidate from the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) walks during her campaign in Jakarta, Indonesia, January 28, 2024. REUTERS/Ajeng Dinar Ulfiana

JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesian Francine Widjojo is hitting the campaign trail with cats and treats in hand to run as a Jakarta legislative candidate and raise awareness of animal cruelty along the way.

Indonesia, the world's third-largest democracy, will hold presidential and legislative elections on Feb. 14 and campaigns are now in full swing.