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