"Right now, social media is overflowing with disinformation. There are discriminatory expressions, and sensational short videos designed to stir emotions. When I see children watching them so intently, it makes me a little uneasy. I worry that Japanese society might become even more divided in the future. And above all, there’s the issue of information interference by foreign powers. This absolutely must be stopped. In unseen ways, in unseen places, our democracy is being violated by disinformation. I will never tolerate these forces of division."
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Takayuki Kobayashi during his campaign announcement for the 2025 LDP presidential election. (September 16, 2025)
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