"I believe she was elected as prime minister for her ability, having paved her path through relentless effort from the time when women's advancement in society was still far from established,"
"While I see the growing presence of women as decision-makers in Japanese politics, Takaichi has become an encouraging role model for me as someone aspiring to be a politician,"
"I already have a potentially favorable impression of Takaichi. I think the younger generation feels close to her psychologically."
Sanae Takaichi was elected Japan's first female prime minister, prompting mixed reactions among young women. Some feel pleased, empowered, and hopeful that her leadership could inspire more female participation in politics and serve as a role model. Others remain skeptical about whether her inauguration truly marks substantive progress for women's advancement and doubt her policy ambitions to support future generations of women. Supporters highlight her personal merit and resilience in a historically male-dominated political landscape, and note increased public attention to politics. Critics emphasize that gender alone does not guarantee feminist policies and withhold endorsement based solely on sex.
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