Opposition to the fuel price hike is becoming increasingly widespread. The government explains that the “cause” comes from “outside,” that is, the soaring world oil prices—which might not stop until it hits US$150 per barrel. Along with the oil price, the cost of other essentials are also skyrocketing. How do the poor cope? Is the direct cash aid enough? How does the Yudhoyono administration handle his growing unpopularity in the run-up to the 2009 General Elections?

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Increasing Fuel Price ,