A wide spectrum of Indonesians want the economy fixed, but they want their interests looked after, too. Take labour issues. Anton Supit, an ethnic-Chinese businessman who makes sneakers for Nike and others, wants a wage freeze. He says Indonesia can't compete with other countries that have cheaper labour. Arguing against a freeze is Muchtar Pakpahan, a prominent labour leader who wants large wage increases.
Government subsidies are another contentious issue.
Ibu Sumawati, a poor mother of three, needs government help to buy rice and fuel. The role of foreigners in Indonesia's economy is another sore point. He suggests property assets seized from failed banks be given to him to manage. It's a daunting to-do list, even amid signs of economic improvement. Still, some people worry that the good news is all too much, too soon.