Dissatisfaction with democracy is widespread in Japan ahead of snap election
Ahead of Japan’s election on Oct. 27, here are four key facts about people’s views of democracy and political parties in the country.
William Miner
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William Miner is a research analyst focusing on religion at Pew Research Center.
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Many around the globe say it’s important their leader stands up for people’s religious beliefs
Adults in Indonesia, Bangladesh and the Philippines are the most likely to say it is important to have a leader who stands up for people with their religious beliefs.
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4 facts about religion and diversity in Taiwan
Buddhists, the religiously unaffiliated and Daoists each make up about a quarter of Taiwan’s adult population.
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Across Asia, respect for elders is seen as necessary to be ‘truly’ Buddhist
Buddhists across the region also say that someone cannot be truly Buddhist if they do not respect deities or spirits.
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Religion and Spirituality in East Asian Societies
Few are religiously affiliated, but many in the region hold religious or spiritual beliefs and engage in traditional rituals.
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Many in East Asia say men and women make equally good leaders, despite few female heads of government
When Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen’s term ends in May, only one woman will serve as head of government anywhere in Asia, excluding the Pacific Islands.
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Across Asia, views of same-sex marriage vary widely
A median of 49% of people in 12 places in Asia say they at least somewhat favor allowing gays and lesbians to marry legally.
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In Singapore, religious diversity and tolerance go hand in hand
Overall, 56% of Singaporean adults say that having people of different religions, ethnic groups and cultures makes the country a better place to live.
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Buddhism, Islam and Religious Pluralism in South and Southeast Asia
In Thailand, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, more than 90% of Buddhists see strong links between their religion and country. In the neighboring countries of Malaysia and Indonesia, nearly all Muslims say being Muslim is important to being truly part of their nation.
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