May 22 2025POLITICS
A Minister's Rice Joke Sparks a Political Storm
Japan's farm minister, Taku Eto, found himself in hot water after a joke about rice went awry. At a local event, he casually mentioned that he never had to buy rice because his supporters gifted him plenty. This comment sparked outrage, especially in a country grappling with a cost-of-living crisis. Rice prices have surged, more than doubling in the past year. This s...
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