The Rest Is Politics 28. Question Time: Shinzo Abe, Sri Lanka, and 'Big Society'
Jul 14, 2022
Dive into the complex legacy of Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, and the political turmoil in Sri Lanka. There's a light-hearted take on marriage advice, endurance running, and navigating disagreements, woven through personal anecdotes. The chat also captures audience sentiments on Tory leadership and examines the 'Big Society' initiative's impact on local communities amid austerity. With humor and insight, Rory and Alastair explore the intricate ties between personal life and political challenges.
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Gun Laws in Japan
- American Republicans suggest that the Shinzo Abe assassination proves gun laws are ineffective.
- This is false; Japan's strict gun laws result in very few gun deaths annually.
Shinzo Abe's legacy
- Shinzo Abe served two terms as Japan's longest-serving prime minister.
- His assassination is rare in Japanese politics, which resembles the British system with campaigning and a monarchy.
Abe's political lineage
- Shinzo Abe, from a political family, aimed to change Japan's constitution for more military power.
- Both he and Alastair Campbell had ulcerative colitis and took the same medication.
