Indonesian nepotism concerns raised as family members of politicians cementing local control

Jakarta (dpa) – Indonesians began voting Wednesday to elect local leaders in the country’s first simultaneous regional elections, as activists warn of dynasties forming in local politics. The elections were taking place in nine provinces, 224 districts and 36 cities, including Surabaya, the country’s second-largest city where popular mayor Tri Rismaharini is seeking a second term.…