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Suga-free Diet: Japan’s next leader

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Apathy and Disillusionment in the Japanese Vote

Economist: The outcome is a testament to the enduring strength of the aldip establishment and ther kind of disregard for broader public opinion. It's entirely possible that that might motivate more voters to come out and cast protest votes in the diet elections that are our due later this fall. But given the enduring weakness of the japanese opposition parties, the l d p's grip on power remains pretty secure.

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