[Political reaction] Chairman of the Organization Committee Mori withdrew and apologized for remarks about women

Mr. Mori, Chairman of the Tokyo Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, said at the JOC = Japanese Olympic Committee Board of Trustees that "a board with many women will take time" and criticism has been raised from home and abroad. In response to this, he withdrew his remark and apologized, saying that it was an inappropriate expression contrary to the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

It is a reaction of the political world.

Prime Minister Suga "Remarks that should not be made"

At the House of Representatives Budget Committee, Prime Minister Suga said, "I think it shouldn't be a statement," and pointed out that "women's social participation is extremely important in the field of sports as well."

Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato "Withdraw, apologize and acknowledge"

Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato said at a press conference in the afternoon, "Chairman Mori deeply regrets that it was an inappropriate statement contrary to the spirit of the Olympics and Paralympics. I know I said that. "

On top of that, "The Olympic Games need to proceed with the cooperation of people from Japan and overseas, and there is also the issue of corona so that we can get the cooperation of everyone, so we will take all possible measures to prepare for a safe and secure Games. , IOC, the Games Organizing Committee, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, etc., and as a government, I would like to make steady preparations. "

Olympic Minister Hashimoto "I want to talk with Chairman Mori about the status of women"

Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Hashimoto said at the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives, "In order to realize the principle of gender equality, it is the fundamental principle of the Olympic Games to promote the advancement of women in sports at all levels and organizations. I want to talk. "

Governor of Tokyo Koike "It is natural to make use of the voice of women"

Governor Koike of Tokyo said, "I would like you to hear from yourself as much as you really want."

On top of that, "There are many councils in the city, but I myself have become the governor and have greatly increased the proportion of women. There are many excellent women, so the city administration is more layered and diverse. I have them participate to do so. Making use of the voice of women is a matter of course, and the long story may be due to people. "

Representative Edano Ritsumin "Mr. Mori should be urged to resign"

Regarding Mr. Mori's remarks, Mr. Edano, the representative of the Constitutional Democratic Party, pointed out at the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives that "the word discrimination against women is not enough" and told Prime Minister Kan for the sake of Japan's international credibility. Also asked Mr. Mori to resign.

After this, Mr. Edano told reporters, "It is pitiful to comment on the remarks. From Mr. Mori's point of view, it is in a situation where it is distributed all at once to the world and is known. Unfortunately, it is a crisis in a sense. I would like Prime Minister Kan to share a sense of crisis. "

Komei North Deputy Representative "Speaking is inappropriate. Please explain quickly by yourself."

At a press conference, the North Deputy Representative of the Komeito Party said, "I have to say that the statement is inappropriate. I would like Chairman Mori to explain it as soon as possible."

Communist Shii Chairman "Not qualified as chairman should resign"

At a press conference, the Communist Party chairman Kazuo Shii said, "It's an embarrassing and stupid statement of disdain for women. It has already become a big problem in the world as reported by overseas media. He is not qualified as chairman and resigns after withdrawing his statement. Should be ".

Democratic Party for the People Tamaki "Anachronistic remarks. Consider including resignation."

At a press conference, Democratic Party for the People's Democratic Party representative Tamaki said, "It's an anachronistic remark. It will cause headwinds to hold the Olympics, and the situation may become even more severe. It has become a problem internationally and is smooth. If it becomes an obstacle to the event, we should consider including the resignation of the chairman. "