Caring for the 'little people'

Caring for the 'little people'

From Republika

It is the little people who suffer most because of the
increase in fuel prices. It is practically a certainty that there
will be very bad social upheavals which will bring the country
into further chaos. The little people think that they are treated
in an unjust way every time the government increases prices:
cement, electricity and fertilizers.

On the other hand, the government uses kid gloves when. So
cautious that policies can be changed. Special treatment is also
given to debtors among businessmen who are still capable of
throwing lavish parties. The policies are not transparent.

In a recent statement the government said it was determined to
give precedence to the little people's welfare. It should
therefore not issue policies which are detrimental to their
lives. The little people strongly hoped that the government would
not raise fuel prices. Fuel subsidies can still be given by
looking for other alternatives, with some sacrifice, for the sake
of the little people.

The important thing is to put the little people's interest
above everything. This is one of the implementations of economic
reform, not by distribution of basic foodstuffs.

What is the use of discussing reforms if fuel prices are
increased?

HASYIM ALI

Cirebon, West Java