apecNetworks said...

apecNetworks at 04:54 PM JST - 7th September

Well, unless something changes, the LDP will lose the 2/3 majority to push through bills. The PM is important, but the 2/3 majority will force the LDP into compromises that it would prefer not. This scenario would be a dramatic power shift in Japanese politics.

Posted in Fukuda resigns as prime minister to avoid political vacuum; Aso says he's willing to run for PM at 04:54 PM JST - 7th September
apecNetworks at 06:20 PM JST - 6th September

For political reasons, the US Agencies places high priority to maintain the illusion of freedom of speech.

Posted in Should operators of websites be held criminally responsible if users post death threats, notices of intent to commit crimes, instructions on how to build bombs, etc? at 06:20 PM JST - 6th September
apecNetworks at 05:44 PM JST - 6th September

No, as long as it is moderated to delete extreme forms of comments like, "notices of intent to commit crimes". From my experience, those who would commit an act of retribution for some reason, they generally don't warn the victim, but rather just attack. Then, you have the extensive covert…

Posted in Should operators of websites be held criminally responsible if users post death threats, notices of intent to commit crimes, instructions on how to build bombs, etc? at 05:44 PM JST - 6th September
apecNetworks at 05:23 PM JST - 5th September

I have been told, as well as shown that something is coming. If Sec-Gen Aso is referring to the "big mission" as the need to negotiate the situation coming, I understand. The last 7years have been strange, and it's going to get stranger.

Posted in Aso announces bid to succeed Fukuda; says he'll focus on economy, citizens' concerns at 05:23 PM JST - 5th September
apecNetworks at 03:57 PM JST - 5th September

Correction:

"However, the spokesperson is usually the CHIEF CABINET SECRETARY who has a different background."

Posted in Koike emerges as contender for prime minister at 03:57 PM JST - 5th September
apecNetworks at 04:15 PM JST - 4th September

Just a thought..... if Sec-Gen of the LDP Aso becomes PM, former Defense Minister Yuriko Koike would be a top choice as the PM's primary spokesperson. It would give Sec-Gen Aso some style and finesse in addressing the public and the media (foreign and domestic). Also, she would be relevant…

Posted in Koike emerges as contender for prime minister at 04:15 PM JST - 4th September
apecNetworks at 03:50 PM JST - 4th September

A Kyodo News poll showed Wednesday that 38.4% of eligible voters would cast their ballots for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in the proportional-representation section at the next general election, exceeding the 34.9% who said they would vote for the main opposition Democratic Party of Japan.

Wwwwwow....if the poll is…

Posted in LDP tops DPJ in voters' preference at next election: Kyodo poll at 03:50 PM JST - 4th September
apecNetworks at 05:34 PM JST - 3rd September

I just realized that my previous posts on this thread may not even be allowed to be aired in academics in today's climate. I am stating what info received, but it is irrelevant whether true or inaccurate. It seems my posts are evoking emotions, rather than discussion.

Posted in Obama's commitment to Japan seen as weaker than McCain at 05:34 PM JST - 3rd September
apecNetworks at 04:45 PM JST - 3rd September

PM Fukuda's timing to resign is good. The Beijing Olympics has ended, and he was able to leave there on a good note. The Diet reconvenes soon, and the DPJ is very strong, may contest the LDP in a snap election. I see problems coming, soooo it is a good…

Posted in Too many hurdles for Fukuda at 04:45 PM JST - 3rd September
apecNetworks at 07:05 AM JST - 1st September

To DanManjt:

It's what is evolving in the Asia-Pacific, and APEC is a major factor in the change. That change does explain to some degree the scrutiny I am being subjected to. Thruout my experiences, I have been able to effect positive change to developments in the Asia-Pacific consistent w/…

Posted in Obama's commitment to Japan seen as weaker than McCain at 07:05 AM JST - 1st September