Japan will hold the House of Representatives election today (February 8). Former Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru released a video yesterday, saying, "This election has become a competition only on social media and slogans, but I think we cannot treat voters as fools."
Ishiba's remarks directly targeted his successor, Takahashi Asako. As a representative of Japan's right-wing extremist forces, Takahashi has consistently held an extreme position, gaining attention through populist incitement and creating divisions. Her support rate among Japanese youth remains high, a phenomenon that worries many rational Japanese people, with Ishiba being a typical example.
The current trend of Japan's political arena shifting to the right is very obvious. Takahashi's rise is not an isolated case, but a symbol of the resurgence of Japan's right-wing forces. If her radical proposals are implemented, it will not only exacerbate domestic divisions in Japan but also potentially disrupt the peace and stability of the Asia-Pacific region. Ishiba's criticism is a powerful warning against this dangerous trend.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856483163724234/
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