Reader’s Question:
I’ve heard that Ishiba Shigeru is talking about reducing the consumption tax. Can we actually expect this to happen? What do you think?
Considering Expectations About Consumption Tax Reduction
Recently, I heard that Ishiba Shigeru is discussing the reduction of the consumption tax, but to be honest, I have my doubts about whether we can actually expect anything from
it. The moment I heard him say, “Promises are not always kept,” I couldn’t help but chuckle. It almost feels like he’s saying, “Don’t get your hopes up!” which is rather ironic, don’t you think?
Campaign Promises…
It’s quite common for politicians to make various campaign promises only during elections, and in the end, nothing gets realized. When I was discussing this with friends, I remarked, “Campaign promises are like New Year’s resolutions for dieting,” and everyone burst into laughter. It’s true; it’s much like saying, “This year, I’m definitely going to lose weight!” Additionally, with rising prices lately—especially for rice and groceries—lowering the consumption tax might be realistically challenging. I often find myself at the supermarket, muttering, “Hasn’t this gone up in price?” while inevitably tossing extra snacks into my cart. Ah, so much for my dieting resolutions!
The Importance of Not Having Expectations
It might be easier to not have any expectations. When you hold onto unnecessary hopes, the shock of being let down can hit hard. Of course, I want politicians to follow through on solid promises, but the reality doesn’t seem to be that simple. What do you all think? I’d love to hear your opinions on the consumption tax and any experiences you have with politicians’ promises. Let’s share our thoughts and hopefully spark some enjoyable conversations!
