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James L. Schoff, Douglas E. Rake, Joshua Levy
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In The Media
A Likely Overwhelming Defeat For the DPJ
Even if the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan wins in the upcoming elections, it will be more of an overwhelming defeat for the Democratic Party of Japan than a victory for the Liberal Democratic Party.
Published on Dec 13, 2012
Source: CNBC
Speaking to CNBC, Carnegie's James Schoff explained why he expected to see the Liberal Democratic Part of Japan (LDP) win the upcoming parliamentary elections. However, he added, a win for the LDP is really more of an overwhelming defeat for the Democratic Party of Japan than a victory for the LDP.
About the Author
James L. Schoff
Former Senior Fellow, Asia Program
James L. Schoff was a senior fellow in the Carnegie Asia Program. His research focuses on U.S.-Japan relations and regional engagement, Japanese technology innovation, and regional trade and security dynamics.
- A High-Tech Alliance: Challenges and Opportunities for U.S.-Japan Science and Technology Collaboration
- What’s the U.S. Take on Russia-Japan Relations?Commentary
James L. Schoff
Recent Work
Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.
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