政治｜大阪での参政党支持の広がり / Politics | Expansion of Support for Participating Parties in Osaka

Summary

The upcoming 2025 House of Councillors election has revealed a rapid expansion of support for the “Sanseito” (Political Participation Party) in Osaka.

Notably, the party recorded high vote rates in areas such as “Minami” and “Senshu,” leading to the successful election of new candidates. The Sanseito’s emergence as a significant force challenging traditional parties is drawing attention, especially as reports indicate that they outperformed the Liberal Democratic Party in proportional representation. As the opposition parties are called to unite, it will be crucial to see how the influence of the Sanseito evolves in the future.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey Log, it seems like the minor parties gained a lot of support in this election! I wonder why that is?
Log: That’s true, especially in Osaka where support was noticeable in areas like “Minami” and “Senshu.” I think it’s because they are proposing policies that meet local needs.
Chako: I see, so having policies that fit the region is important! But what about the existing parties?
Log: The support base of the Liberal Democratic Party might be starting to drift away. There are also reports that their “core conservative supporters” are becoming unstable.
Navi: Just to add, there are increasing calls for reform within the LDP itself, so we should keep an eye on how things develop moving forward.

Admin’s Note

The results of the House of Councillors election could have a significant impact on the future of Japanese politics. In particular, the rise of new forces in local areas poses a threat to existing parties. As Chako questioned, the current demand for regionally rooted policies serves as an important lesson for political parties. I look forward to seeing how each party evolves as we approach the upcoming elections.