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An Atmosphere that Makes Voters "Unable to Approach": Intense Heckling at Speeches During the Okinawa Gubernatorial Election – Where Is the Line Drawn Between "Freedom of Expression" and "Disruption"?
[Gubernatorial Election 9.13] The fierce heckling during street speeches in the gubernatorial election, which will be held on the 13th, has sparked controversy. Is the heckling permissible as "freedom of expression" guaranteed by the Constitution, or does it constitute illegal election interference? We consider this from the perspectives of voters and experts.
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[Gubernatorial Election 9.13] The fierce heckling during street speeches in the gubernatorial election, which will be held on the 13th, has sparked controversy. Is the heckling permissible as "freedom of expression" guaranteed by the Constitution, or does it constitute illegal election interference? We consider this from the perspectives of voters and experts.