Poll: Support for PM Takaichi Cabinet Among Youth Drops Below 50% for First Time
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A Mainichi Shimbun national poll in May shows support for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet among those aged 18-29 fell to 45%, dropping below 50% for the first time. Overall cabinet support stands at 50%, declining for three consecutive months. The decline is attributed to rising prices and dissatisfaction with the government's price measures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Why did the Takaichi cabinet's youth support rate drop?
- A: Rising prices are the main cause. Evaluation of the government's price measures was low, with only 16% of youth giving a positive rating in the March survey.
- Q: Which age group has the highest support for the Takaichi cabinet?
- A: In the May survey, those in their 60s had the highest support at 56%, followed by those in their 40s at 54%.
- Q: When was this survey conducted?
- A: It was conducted by the Mainichi Shimbun from May 23 to 24, 2025.