March 21, 2012

I also come for your taxes...

Man: Ah, you only come to us in the lead up to elections Mr...

Politician: No... I also come for your taxes...

Jakarta Governor Fauzi Bowo has announced the city is postponing a controversial plan to tax roadside food stalls, already struggling to survive illegal fees and spiraling prices. Bowo, whose approval rating in June stood at a dismal 29.4% and is running for re-election in July, said the postponement was because "there are some things we have to analyze further".

Kompas - March 21, 2012