VOICED: Economic crisis gives new lease of life to communism in Japan

The video discusses the growing discontent among Japanese youth with the current economic system, leading to increased interest in the Japanese Communist Party. Many young workers face economic challenges, such as temporary work and low wages, which fuels this interest. The Communist Party advocates for greater regulation rather than revolution. Communism is becoming a trend among young people, who are unfamiliar with its principles, viewing it as a new fashion. The future of this trend depends on Japan's economic stability.

What is one reason for the increasing recruitment by the Japanese Communist Party?

• The rise of permanent job opportunities

• The government's support for the Communist Party

• The failure of the capitalist system to provide job security

• The popularity of communism in older generations

Why might the social stigma of being a communist in Japan change?

• Due to the increasing scarcity of jobs

• As a result of international pressure

• Because communism is becoming a global trend

• Because the government is promoting communism

What challenge do temporary workers in Japan face according to the transcript?

• They have too many job offers

• They receive excessive government support

• They earn less money for longer working hours

• They have too much free time

How do most young Japanese learn about Karl Marx?

• Via government programs

• By reading comic books

• Through online seminars

• Through academic courses

What factor might determine whether communism remains a trend among young Japanese?

• The popularity of other political parties

• The influence of Western culture

• The level of government censorship

• The stability of the economic situation