Demonstrations have gripped Indonesia since late August when anger at a faltering economy erupted into full-blown violence following reports that politicians received a $3,000 housing allowance on top of their salaries – a perk equal to between 10 and 20 times Indonesia’s monthly minimum wage.

It was not the first time that Indonesians have taken to the streets this year.

In February and March, students turned out to protest against a range of unpopular government policies, including cuts to the national budget and a proposed new law expanding the role of the military in political affairs.

As the latest wave of protests continues to wash over Indonesia, including on the islands of Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi and Kalimantan, Al Jazeera spoke to five Indonesians* about the issues that ignite

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