Once a politician says a nation is a 'threat' to the Japanese people, then something must be done to remove that threat. That is why not even the prime minister has mentioned (such a threat).

The Constitution is the fundamental rule for people to live in society. If the rule no longer suits the lives of the general public due to changing times, it should be changed. That goes for regular laws as well as the Constitution.

The election was one in which voters gave their verdict on the frayed Koizumi administration.

I am shy, withdrawn and not good at speaking. Kan can ably explain to the public in a manner in which they can understand.

We have only one goal: We will force the ruling coalition to a minority status in next year's upper house election. With this momentum, we will realize a change of power.

I feel great responsibility when I consider the tasks ahead - the renewal of our party and our road to power.