070622JapanConsideredPodcastVolume03Number23

June 22, 2007. Volume 03, Number 23Click here for a transcript of this program. This week our focus is almost entirely domestic. After brief mention of the flurry of activity related to the North Korean nuclear issue, and Secretary Hill's visit to Pyongyang. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has forced an extension of the current Diet session. A 12-day extension. That will change the date of the Upper House election next month. So, it's important. We consider the significance of this change. And the significance of Prime Minister Abe's role in the decision. As always, send your comments and suggestions to me at [email protected]. I read them all, respond directly to as many as time permits, and consider all when preparing future programs.