| ID | 095307 |
| Title Proper | State of democracy in Japan |
| Other Title Information | the twisted parliament and the upcoming elections |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Taniguchi, Masaki |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | While Americans have chosen their new leader and countries around the globe are grappling with the U.S. economic downturn, Japan has been engaged in one of its most dramatic political seasons of recent times. This essay will explain this laboratory of Asian parliamentary democracy. which is taking place in real-time for America's closest Asian ally. |
| `In' analytical Note | Harvard Asia Quarterly Vol. 12, No. 2; Spring 2009: p.15-18 |
| Journal Source | Harvard Asia Quarterly Vol. 12, No. 2; Spring 2009: p.15-18 |
| Key Words | Japan ; Democracy ; Parliament ; Liberal Democratic Party ; Democractic Party of Japan ; Politics ; Koizumi |