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With other democracies in flames, Japan is saying “no thanks” to change

With other democracies in flames, Japan is saying “no thanks” to change

Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe made an appearance at last year’s Rio Olympics dressed up as Super Mario climbing out of a pipe. He is rarely that delightful or exciting. What he’s appreciated for in Japan is his steadiness, which is why his government consistently gets approval ratings of above 50%, a dream for any…