86.6% in Japan back tougher political funds control laws amid scandal

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1. A couple of things. As an American, with the only political exposure/experience is a two party system, how come there is just one very large political party with no similar size rivals? It seems to me it might just be the Japanese culture, but anyone feel free to chime in with deeper insight as to why LDP is the only major political party.

   Second, I have seen multiple news reports of the LDP scandel for months now. Now that a large proportion of people are in favor of tougher political funds laws, who/what/how will be the group responsible for enacting new changes? I don’t see the current party enacting these new policies on themselves.

   thirdly, even if polls say people want change, will it ever come? I honestly do not see it happening under the current administration.

   Also take everything I say with a couple grains of salt, as I have only a passing understanding of the Japanese Political machine. Just wish to further my understanding.