Atsuko Abe

But you have signed an agreement with the Russians! They will sell us oil.

But you have signed an agreement with the Russians! They will sell us oil.

Ignore it. No answer is necessary, Your Excellency. The president does not know his place.

Ignore it. No answer is necessary, Your Excellency. The president does not know his place.

Your Highness, we are at a critical juncture in our nation's history. The disruption of our oil supply was the read more

Your Highness, we are at a critical juncture in our nation's history. The disruption of our oil supply was the final straw. It wrecked the economy. Japan is in ruins; millions are out of work. We must repair the damage and ensure it never happens again.

Your Excellency, I am aware of my responsibilities,

Your Excellency, I am aware of my responsibilities,

You carry a very heavy burden, Prime Minister. You carry the hopes and dreams of every Japanese alive today and read more

You carry a very heavy burden, Prime Minister. You carry the hopes and dreams of every Japanese alive today and those of our honored ancestors. You literally carry Japan upon your back.