A recent survey by Indikator Politik Indonesia finds that 79.9 percent of Indonesians approve of President Prabowo Subianto’s performance. At first glance, this suggests strong public support. Over the past year, however, the country has witnessed nationwide protests, heated fiscal debates, and growing unease among the urban middle class. This contradiction raises a pressing question: if approval ratings remain high, why does public discontent feel so visible? To subscribe please click here
