Increase in Subsidized Fuel Prices. How do netizens respond?
On September 4 2022, President Joko Widodo announced a reduction in fuel subsidies, attracting widespread criticism across the digital sphere. While there are pockets of internet users that approve of the decision in hopes of better targeted subsidies and protecting the country's finances, many more express concern at how rising fuel prices have affected their food, transportation, and other daily expenses. Fenometer provides an easy to understand visualization of the various ideas and sentiments expressed so far.