Key Facts
• October 21: National Democratic Party held a rally at JR Shimbashi Station.
• Party emphasized its unwavering stance during the prime minister selection process.
• Leader Yuichiro Tamaki stated, ‘Criticize us if it improves lives.’
• Tamaki declared readiness to serve as prime minister on October 10 via X (formerly Twitter).
• Party rejected alliances with both opposition and ruling coalitions.
• Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi referred to Tamaki as her ‘cute younger brother.’
• Tamaki criticized the current administration for lacking focus on energizing working generations.
• Secretary-General Katsunari Shimba and other leaders echoed the ‘no wavering’ message.
• Party highlighted its commitment to policies like raising the income tax threshold and abolishing the gasoline tax surcharge.
• Critics labeled the party’s approach as ‘small politics,’ but Tamaki vowed to fulfill promises.
Summary
The National Democratic Party held a rally on October 21 at JR Shimbashi Station, emphasizing its consistent stance during the prime minister selection process. Leader Yuichiro Tamaki defended the party’s approach, stating that alliances would be formed based on policies rather than political traditions. Despite criticism, Tamaki reiterated the party’s commitment to improving citizens’ lives and addressing issues like income tax thresholds and gasoline taxes. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi showed support for Tamaki, calling him her ‘cute younger brother.’ Party leaders Katsunari Shimba and Takako Ito also stressed their unwavering position, countering media claims of inconsistency. The party aims to collaborate with partners who share its vision for Japan’s future while addressing gaps in the current administration’s focus on working generations.
