[Hyogo] Governor Saito Motohiko once again stated that he would continue in his position， and in an unprecedented move， all 86 members of the Hyogo Prefectural Assembly called for his resignation．
Governor Saito reaffirms his intention to continue in his position All 86 members of the Hyogo Prefectural Assembly call for his resignation in an “unprecedented situation”… If a motion of no confidence passes, “we want to consider various options” Prefectural residents say “it’s embarrassing” and “try again” From around 3:50 pm on the 12th, Hyogo Governor Saito responded to questions from the press at the Hyogo Prefectural Office and once again stated that he would continue in his position as governor, saying, “I would like to be able to take charge of the prefecture’s affairs as governor.” When asked by reporters about his plans if a motion of no confidence in the governor, which is likely to be submitted on the first day of the prefectural assembly plenary session on the 19th, is passed, he said, “I would like to carefully consider various options in accordance with the law.” The prefectural assembly members who requested the governor’s resignation pointed out that Governor Saito’s testimony during questioning by the 100-Article Committee, which is investigating allegations of power harassment, that he “does not understand his moral responsibility,” was “unacceptable.” He stated that “the governor’s immediate resignation is necessary in order to prepare next year’s budget,” and if the governor refuses his request and does not resign, he suggested that he would “take appropriate action,” including submitting a motion of no confidence. Kitano Minoru, secretary-general of the LDP’s prefectural assembly group, who made the request, said, “I thought that it was up to him to decide his future and offer his resignation, so I made the request again,” and indicated that if the demand for his resignation is not met, they will proceed with submitting a motion of no confidence at the plenary session starting on the 19th. Komeito, the Hyogo Prefectural Citizens’ Alliance, the Communist Party and others have also indicated their support for submitting a motion of no confidence.
On the morning of the 12th, when speaking to reporters, Governor Saito said, “As I said at yesterday’s press conference, my current thoughts are to firmly implement the supplementary budget, including measures to combat rising prices, and I think it is important to implement policies for the people of the prefecture first and foremost.” In response to the series of allegations, he said, “I am stating the truth of what I need to say and what I think.” ■The true meaning behind his tears was, “I felt a strong sense of inadequacy. But I still want to be in charge of the prefecture’s affairs.” On the other hand, at a press conference on the 11th, the day before, he said in tears, “I feel frustrated with the LDP for splitting up to support me (in the gubernatorial election in which I won),” and “I think I may have made some mistakes, but it was all for the sake of the people of the prefecture…” When asked by reporters about his true intentions, he replied, “I am human too, so I apologize for getting emotional, but it is natural that I feel nervous and anxious about the daily document issue and the 100-article committee,” and “I feel that I have caused anxiety and worry to those who had high hopes for me, so I felt a strong sense of disappointment. Still, I would like to be in charge of prefectural government. I want to continue to work hard.” ■ What the people of Hyogo Prefecture are saying… On the 12th, in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, we spoke to people of the prefecture about Governor Saito. Woman in her 70s “I’m embarrassed as a local.” Two women in their 80s “I appreciate that he doesn’t drive a luxury car and thinks about the people of the prefecture.” “I want him to step down quickly and make a comeback.” Woman in her 50s “After watching the press conference yesterday, I realized that these tears were not for the people of the prefecture. I want you to stop this as soon as possible.” Previous thread.
(Governor Ido) If a major earthquake occurs in Tokyo, it will be an opportunity. Despite his financial difficulties, he bought a luxury Century car and drove around. (Governor Saito) No explanation needed. Two consecutive governors of Hyogo have caused a stir in the media. No one knows anyone before Governor Ido.
The LDP and the Ishin Party, which supported Saito, are likely to lose the re-election, and they won’t risk their jobs by voting no-confidence. The secret ballot resulted in a succession of traitors, and the governor remained in his position.
Since people in the Hanshin area travel back and forth to Osaka, it would be better to dismantle and reorganize it and split it into Osaka City (Hanshin City) and Himeji Prefecture.
When asked how he would respond if a motion of no confidence were submitted, he said, “If a motion of no confidence is submitted and passed, I would like to consider doing so in accordance with the law. I have been entrusted with a four-year term and I will serve out the term.” He’s crazy…
If you want to forcefully remove the governor who was elected by the people of Hyogo, then confiscate the voting rights of the people of Hyogo and then absorb the prefecture into Tottori.
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