A photo taken on June 14 shows Indonesian frontrunner presidential candidate Joko Widodo, popularly known by his nickname Jokowi, addressing supporters during campaign for the July 9 election in his hometown in Solo City. AFP PHOTO
A photo taken on June 14 shows Indonesian frontrunner presidential
candidate Joko Widodo, popularly known by his nickname Jokowi,
addressing supporters during campaign for the July 9 election in his
hometown in Solo City. AFP PHOTO

SOLO, Indonesia: In the Indonesian city of Solo, where powerful sultans once reigned supreme, residents are fervently backing a commoner who transformed their city in his bid to become president.

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