Nationalist wins reelection
From Times Wire Reports
Tokyo’s nationalist governor was reelected, signaling acceptance of Japan’s resurgent right wing.
Shintaro Ishihara is known for his criticism of China, North Korea, foreigners, immigrants and women. He has ignited outrage by ordering teachers in Tokyo to sing Japan’s national anthem at school functions or face punishment.
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