THE request from President Joko Widodo for officials and security forces personnel to remain neutral in the 2024 presidential election is like mocking the people’s common sense. Jokowi is not only asking people to do what he did not. As well as merely meddling, there are strong indications that Jokowi has abused his power and political influence.

Jokowi has repeatedly asked officials and security forces personnel not to take sides. On Octo