Akahata

LATEST ARTICLES BY Akahata

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  In Okinawa, anti-base mayor’s re-election sends a message

  January 24, 2014 By Akahata

  In Okinawa's Nago City mayoral election, which centered on the plan to construct a new U.S. military base in the city, anti-base incumbent Inamine Susumu won with a wide margin.

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  Japanese workers fight Sony “downsizing room”

  April 19, 2013 By Akahata

  In Japan, large corporations are using "downsizing rooms" as a humiliating pressure tactic to force their employees to quit their jobs.

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  Japan’s new prime minister vows strong economy – but for whom?

  June 22, 2010 By Akahata

  Prime Minister Kan Naoto in his first policy speech said he will pursue a "third way" on the economy, but it doesn't look like it.

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  Okinawa election rally: U.S. base is not deterrent

  June 11, 2010 By Akahata

  Japan peace movement and voters continue to press against relocation of U.S. military base in Okinawa.

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