The Constitution of Japan, the oldest unamended constitution in the world, has become the focus of renewed partisan debate, with government leaders increasingly advocating for revision. However, whether this elite-driven initiative aligns with public sentiment remains uncertain. This talk examines the factors shaping civic support for and opposition to constitutional change by analyzing two key dimensions of constitutional legitimacy.
Humanities Research Institute
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Levis Faculty Center, Suite 400
919 W Illinois St. MC 057
Urbana, IL 61801
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