Japan’s LDP Member Inoguchi on Party Vote

The transcript discusses Japan's political landscape, focusing on the challenges facing the new administration, including national security, economic redistribution, and unity. It highlights the importance of defense spending and diplomacy in response to regional threats. The gender balance in leadership is examined, with a focus on the candidates' ideologies and voter preferences. The potential for party realignment within the LDP is also explored, emphasizing the need for ideological balance.

What are the main priorities for Japan's new administration?

• Overcoming the COVID-19 crisis, enhancing national security, and boosting the economy

• Improving healthcare and education

• Reducing environmental pollution

• Expanding international trade agreements

Why is there a call for increased defense spending in Japan?

• To reduce unemployment

• To compete with the United States

• Due to threats from China's military expansion and North Korea's missile tests

• To support the local arms industry

What is significant about the current political race in Japan?

• It is the first time with no male contenders

• There is a good gender balance with both male and female contenders

• It is the first election after World War II

• It is the first election with only one candidate

What is Mr. Kishida known for in his political stance?

• Being a strong advocate for environmental policies

• Focusing on disruption, redistribution, and multilateral disarmament

• Promoting isolationist policies

• Opposing any increase in defense spending

How do Japanese voters view the possibility of a female Prime Minister?

• They prefer a male leader

• They are open to it but focus on ideological positions

• They are indifferent to the gender of the leader

• They are not ready for a female leader

What is the ideological position of Mr. Kishida?

• Center liberal

• Very liberal

• Center right

• Conservative

What could happen in the LDP party runoff?

• All candidates could withdraw

• The election could be canceled

• There could be realignment and cooperation between different groups

• A new party could be formed