Nishida

Nishida

politician Japan

Nishida is a Japanese politician known for his controversial statements regarding historical narratives related to World War II. Recently, he made remarks that were interpreted as attempts to 'rewrite history,' prompting significant backlash and critique from various stakeholders, including historians and museum directors.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
355,090
Power
14,038$
Sentiment
4.40
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Japan 5 4.40 0.26% +10% 126,476,461 355,090 $5,000,000 14,038$
Totals 5 126,476,461 355,090 $5,000,000 14,038$
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Recent Mentions

Japan Japan: Nishida stated that he has fulfilled his responsibility to explain regarding his comments. 6

The Asahi Shimbun: 自民・西田氏「十分説明責任を果たした」 ひめゆり発言で月刊誌寄稿 [京都府]:朝日新聞

Japan Japan: Nishida retracted some statements regarding the Himeyuri Monument and apologized to the people of Okinawa. 5

The Asahi Shimbun: 自民・西田氏、ひめゆりの塔巡る発言を一部撤回 沖縄県民らに謝罪:朝日新聞

Japan Japan: Nishida from the Liberal Democratic Party made a statement regarding the Himeyuri Tower that was criticized by both ruling and opposition parties. 4

The Asahi Shimbun: ひめゆりの塔への自民・西田氏の発言、与野党が批判 発言撤回はせず [自由民主党(自民党)]:朝日新聞

Japan Japan: Nishida made a statement about 'rewriting history' which was denied by the director of the Himeyuri Museum. 4

The Asahi Shimbun: 西田議員の「歴史書き換え」発言、ひめゆり館長否定「非常に疑問」 [沖縄県]:朝日新聞