Key Facts
• July 20: Sangiin election voting day.
• July 13: Sanseitō, led by Sohei Kamiya, filed a protest against TBS.
• TBS’s ‘Hōdō Tokushū’ aired on July 12, focusing on foreigner policies.
• Sanseitō claims the program lacked fairness and neutrality.
• The party criticized the portrayal of its ‘Japan First’ slogan as discriminatory.
• Experts on the program linked the slogan to xenophobia and hate speech.
• Sanseitō highlighted threats against its leader, including death threats.
• The party submitted a formal complaint to TBS and the Broadcasting Ethics & Program Improvement Organization (BPO).
• Sanseitō demanded corrections within 24 hours and preventive measures.
• The party accused TBS of violating broadcasting ethics and fairness standards.
Summary
Sanseitō, a political party participating in the upcoming Sangiin election, has accused TBS of biased reporting in its July 12 broadcast of ‘Hōdō Tokushū.’ The program highlighted foreigner policies as a key election issue and criticized Sanseitō’s ‘Japan First’ slogan, with experts labeling it as xenophobic. Sanseitō argued the coverage was unfair, omitted supportive perspectives, and violated broadcasting ethics. The party also raised concerns about threats against its leader, Sohei Kamiya, and criticized TBS for potentially inciting violence. A formal complaint was submitted to TBS and the BPO, demanding corrections and preventive measures within 24 hours. Sanseitō emphasized the importance of unbiased reporting for democratic integrity.
