Local opponents of the LDP are trying to cooperate. Reminds me a little of the coalition built to limit the influence of the National Front in France. I wonder if it will be as effective.

“The DPJ has so far decided to back eight independents affiliated with the party in single-seat districts. One of them will be a unified candidate in Kumamoto Prefecture chosen in agreement with other opposition parties.”

Oh, and since this is my first post of the new year, I’d like to wish everyone a happy 2016! I hope I can be a little more consistent in my management of the page this year.

– KIrk

http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2016/01/02/national/politics-diplomacy/249-candidates-to-run-in-upper-house-election-as-ldp-seeks-outright-majority/#.VojIVja5gpY