Vote for the One Next to Reagan
Article Abstract:
The meeting in Tokyo between United States President Ronald Reagan and Japanese prime minister Yasuhiro Nakasone was influenced by upcoming elections for both men. Nakasone recently faced a bribery scandal involving Kakuei Tanaka, Nakasone's chief political backer. The Reagan visit served to boost Nakasone's stature in Japan, providing a respected place in the world affairs for the incumbent prime minister.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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Factions First
Article Abstract:
Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone is trying to stave off elections until his party is in a better position. Corruption has weakened the party nationally and Nakasone's position within the party. However, the opposition does not present a viable alternative. A table gives seats in the lower house for 1979, 1980 and 1983.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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The No-Win Parties
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It looks as if the ruling Liberal Democrats will again win Japan's elections on December 18, 1983. The opposition hoped to exploit the exposed corruption of former price minister Kakuei Tanaka. However, Tanaka will probably even retain his own seat.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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