The Disconnect Between Politicians and Everyday Life: Why Results Matter More Than Rhetoric
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The Disconnect Between Politicians and Everyday Life: Why Results Matter More Than Rhetoric

Question from a reader:
It would be funny if Shinjiro Koizumi said he would lower the price of rice to 2000 yen for 5 kg, but why is the current high cost of living not funny? While some of Koizumi’s statements are incomprehensible, I think it’s great for ordinary people if rice becomes cheaper. It feels like today’s politicians are all

Ishiba Shigeru's Consumption Tax Reduction: Can We Really Expect Change?
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Ishiba Shigeru’s Consumption Tax Reduction: Can We Really Expect Change?

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