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Suicidal Anti-war Protest Shocks Japan as It Rethinks Pacifist Constitution

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Prime Minister Abe’s push to reinterpret the constitution and prepare the country for wars sparks a suicidal protest.

Jake Adelstein
Angela Erika Kubo
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Jake Adelstein

Jake Adelstein

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Angela Erika Kubo

Angela Erika Kubo

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