PDI campaign joy for drivers

PDI campaign joy for drivers

YOGYAKARTA: Golkar and United Development Party (PPP) might
boast about having supporters from various layers of society, but
the conflict-ridden Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) should be
pleased to know that bus and taxi drivers are their "ardent
admirers."

A number of drivers here and nearby Surakarta said they were
happy when it comes for PDI to hold campaign because "those days
are peaceful days, the streets are in order and we can work."

"I can earn more money, and my wife can cook something better
for us," said Mulyono, an inter-city bus driver.

The rallies held by PPP and Golkar have always caused heavy
traffic jam, whereas the rallies of PDI, with its reportedly
dwindling supporters, were relatively quiet. (38)