2007 APRIL 4 - APRIL 10

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2007 APRIL 4 - APRIL 10

JCP issues statement on results of first half of nationwide simultaneous local elections

“It is important for the whole party to make use of the lessons learned in the upcoming second half of the simultaneous local elections.”

Majority of speakers at public hearing express opposition to bill to establish procedures for constitutional revision

A majority of seven speakers chosen from applicants nationwide expressed their opposition to the bill and called for careful discussions.

Local assemblies state objections to bill to establish procedures for constitutional revision

“Wishing that the ideals enshrined in the Constitution will blossom in the 21st century world, we are opposed to the bill that opens the way for the destruction of the principles of the Constitution,” Kochi’s Susaki City Assembly resolution stated.

LOCAL ELECTION

- 70% of municipalities are without obstetrics care in Nara Pref.

- JCP-backed candidate loses Tokyo gubernatorial election

- JCP issues statement on results of first half of nationwide simultaneous local elections

DIET

- Government bill excludes most of part-timers from equal treatment

- Diet without PM debates with party heads reflects dilemma for LDP and DPJ

- A step forward for amendment to Civil Code needs to be made in the Current Diet session ? Akahata editorial