Children in campaigns

Children in campaigns

BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: Children taking part in street rallies is a common sight despite a ban on the practice.

When the National Mandate Party (PAN) campaigned here at Kamboja soccer field on Monday, for example, many children -- alone or with their parents -- were seen wearing PAN T-shirts.

The legal age to participate in the election campaign and vote is 17, unless a person is married.

When Amien campaigned here, many children came to the field to see the helicopter he arrived in. They waited at the field for hours under the scorching sun, Antara reported.

Also, a man was seen riding on a motorcycle with three children wearing PAN T-shirts. Children were also seen crammed in trucks with adult PAN supporters.