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The Democratic Party for the People Approves of the Henoko Base Relocation; Secretary-General Shinba Says, "We Accept reality." The Prefectural Chapter Plans to Endorse Koja in the Okinawa Gubernatorial Election.
Summary
On the 23rd, Kazuya Shinba, secretary-general of the Democratic Party for the People, indicated his support for the construction of a new base in Henoko, Nago City. After the prefectural party convention in Naha, he told reporters, "It's not perfect, but we have no choice but to accept reality." The party's manifesto states that it will "hold thorough discussions with the United States," officially shifting towards acceptance.
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On the 23rd, Kazuya Shinba, secretary-general of the Democratic Party for the People, stated regarding the protest activities in Henoko, Nago City, "Actions that involve injuring people with violence, or worse, actions that pose a risk of losing lives, are wrong." He made the remarks to reporters in Naha City. "It is unacceptable to say that peace is important and life is important, and then have casualties result," he said, expressing his stron…