The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle has also handed out rice, instant noodles and fish in this impoverished north Jakarta neighborhood, Kaprawai said proudly, and plans to offer free circumcisions, a tradition in this Muslim nation but often too expensive for the poor.
The gifts show Megawati's "character," said the 53-year-old party activist said. "She is concerned with the little people. That's why we support her."
But critics have another word for Megawati's tactics. They say the Indonesian leader, who is up for re-election on July 5, is bribing the electorate.
