So far, Izumi, the chairman of the Political Survey, has the most support for the Constitutional Democratic Party's representative election, which will be voted on the 30th next week.
However, the support was dispersed among the four people, and the melee battle continued, and even if the "local votes" were combined, none of them reached the majority in the first vote, and it is more likely that they will be involved in the final vote by the top two people. I am.
The representative election of the Constitutional Democratic Party will be held by four people, former Prime Minister Aisaka Assistant to the Prime Minister, Ogawa Parliamentary Vice-Chairman, Izumi Political Survey Chairman, and Nishimura Former Deputy Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare, in preparation for the ballot counting on the 30th of this month. it is continuing.
In this representative election,
▼ 2 points for each member of the Diet, 280 points,
▼ 1 point for each prospective candidate for national election, 6 points, and
▼ 143 points for local members and party members / supporters nationwide.
A total of 572 points will be contested.
At NHK, we explored the situation by confirming our intentions with members of the Diet and local councilors, and by interviewing prefectural federations through each broadcasting station nationwide.
So far, of the 140 members of parliament, Mr. Izumi has solidified about 40, which is the largest number, while Mr. Ogawa, Mr. Osaka, and Mr. Nishimura have been in a melee with the support of 20 members.
Also, about 20 lawmakers have not been clarified.
On the other hand, the so-called "local vote", which is voted by local lawmakers and party members / supporters, is expected to gain a certain amount of support in the local area of the recommender members, as well as the support of the four candidates in their respective local areas. ..
However, even if the votes of members of parliament and the "local votes" are combined, none of the candidates can get a majority in the first vote, and it is more likely that they will be involved in the final vote by the top two people.
The four camps will continue to reach out to parliamentarians who haven't decided on their attitude yet, and will call on local parliamentarians, party members and supporters, whose votes will be closed on the 29th next week, to the last minute.
Various voices from local councilors, etc. depending on the appearance of the party they are aiming for
From the local councilors interviewed by NHK in the representative election of the Constitutional Democratic Party, various voices were heard, such as the appearance of the party to aim for and expectations for the four candidates.
For this representative election, "I want to broaden the impression that the Constitutional Democratic Party also has human resources because of the four candidates," and "I want you to dispel the image of just criticizing." There were voices hoping that it would lead to the rebuilding of the party.
On the other hand, there were also cold views such as "It's an election campaign where the four people's claims are similar and it's a dull election campaign" and "I don't want to reveal the gap in the party in the inner election."
In addition, regarding cooperation with other opposition parties such as the Communist Party, which is one of the issues in the representative election, there is a voice calling for a review, such as "Collaboration with the Communist Party is a major defeat in the lower house election." The policy to bring it into the composition was not wrong. "
It was also pointed out that "why it was necessary to collaborate with other opposition parties was not communicated to voters."
The reasons for supporting the four candidates are:
▼ Former Prime Minister Aisaka said, "I would like to expect a policy that emphasizes the region" from the background of becoming a member of the Diet after working as a town official and the mayor. Was asked.
▼ Ogawa, the Vice-Chairman of the Diet, commented that he was "the best candidate to receive criticism of the LDP" because he won a seat over the incumbent LDP ministers in the lower house election.
▼ Mr. Izumi, the chairman of the research, said, "I would like to expect new leaders of the younger generation" because he is 47 years old and the youngest of the four.
▼ Former Deputy Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Nishimura said, "I would like to expect the realization of politics from a female perspective and the role of a flag waving to increase the number of female members" because it is the only female candidate.
On the 26th, the four candidates carried out various activities and appealed for their support.
Mr. Osaka Exchanged opinions with candidates who were rejected in the House of Representatives election
Former Prime Minister Aide Osaka exchanged opinions online with candidates who were defeated in the previous House of Representatives election, and heard opinions on the party's election strategy.
Mr. Osaka said, "Unfortunately, I wanted to hear from everyone who had a hard time in the lower house election about their hopes and anxieties about the future. A representative election is also held, but it is necessary, so the party I would like to work toward the future of the company. "
Mr. Ogawa Call a local council member and call for support
Ogawa, the Vice-Chairman of the Diet Members' Office Building, called local councilors nationwide to call for their support.
Mr. Ogawa said, "The local councilors have respect and gratitude for being in a strict party, and I would like to improve the party and back up the activities of the local council. I would like to work closely with the members of the Diet to manage a good party. "
Mr. Izumi Exchanged opinions with robot development companies
Mr. Izumi, the chairman of the Political Survey, exchanged opinions within the Diet with the person in charge of a company that develops robots that support medical care and long-term care, and experienced robot assistance.
Mr. Izumi said, "I want to be a leader who disseminates information so that people can pay attention to various issues and solve them together from the field. The deadline for voting by local councilors, party members, and supporters by mail is approaching, so I will do my best. I want to appeal with you. "
Mr. Nishimura Exchanged opinions with child support groups
Former Deputy Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Nishimura visited an organization in Saitama City that works to support children's learning and exchanged opinions on the situation of child poverty.
Mr. Nishimura said, "It was meaningful to be able to confirm the site. I am determined to do my best as a party leader in order to realize the voice I heard. Although the remaining period is short, I will listen to my thoughts and thoughts directly. I would like to create a place for people to receive help and expand support. "