Feldman Says LDP Election Loss Might Be Crisis They Need

The transcript discusses the strategic choices facing Prime Minister Abbott after an election loss, highlighting the need to adopt new policies or stick with the old LDP approach. It examines the influence of urban and rural areas on election outcomes, noting the dominance of cities like Tokyo. The discussion also covers Shinzo Abe's commitment to constitutional reforms and the necessity of addressing economic challenges to win future elections.

What are the two strategic choices facing Prime Minister Abbott after the election loss?

• Focus on rural areas or urban areas

• Increase taxes or decrease spending

• Strengthen international relations or focus on domestic issues

• Embrace Governor Koike's policies or stick with the old LDP

What does the 'creeks cycle' stand for in policy analysis?

• Change, response, and evaluation

• Crisis response, improvement, and complacency

• Challenge, reform, and execution

• Crisis, recovery, and expansion

Why are cities like Tokyo crucial in the electoral process?

• They have a larger population share

• They are more economically developed

• They have more political influence

• They are easier to campaign in

What recent changes have been made to the electoral system?

• It has become less skewed towards rural areas

• It now favors urban areas more

• It has increased the number of seats in the lower house

• It has introduced electronic voting

What is Shinzo Abe's stance on constitutional reform?

• He considers it an essential part of his program

• He plans to shelve it due to controversy

• He wants to replace it with economic reforms

• He is undecided on its importance