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Reluctant runner viewed as possible Fukuda fill-in

It is expected that a race for Japan's national leadership will start after Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda hosts the summit meeting of the Group of Eight industrialized nations in Toyako, Hokkaido, in July. As the popularity of Fukuda dwindles, many... ...full story at Japan Times

from Japan Times on Sun, Jun 15 2008

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