Record Candidates in Japan’s Election, Wu Bangguo’s Legacy, and Hurricane Milton’s Political Fallout

As Japan prepares for its 50th general election, a record 1,232 candidates, including a significant number of women, are gearing up to run. Meanwhile, the death of Wu Bangguo has sparked discussions on his controversial legacy and its implications for China's political landscape. Additionally, Hurricane Milton is not just a natural disaster but a new political battleground, with leaders navigating the storm's impact on their narratives. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical developments shaping global politics.

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https://china.kyodonews.net/news/2024/10/10aff3785037-1232-.html
https://www.epochtimes.com/gb/24/10/8/n14346454.htm
https://news.un.org/zh/story/2024/10/1132401
https://www.163.com/dy/article/JE3MDA1305568M13.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:44) The number of 1232 people in the Japanese House of Representatives is preparing to run for a record high
(00:03:23) Wu Bangguo, member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo, a member of the Jiang faction Shanghai Gang, died of illness | Dead | Jiang Zemin
(00:05:39) The United Nations calls on Libya to break the political deadlock to actively promote the political process of tolerance of all parties
(00:07:24) The great political struggle around Hurricane Milton did not wait until the storm landed