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VIDEO: Himatsubushi-hen | TIP 2: A Record of Opening Remarks
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These past 25 years have seen much growth in XX Prefecture.
The once quiet scenery of nothing but fields, now has seen the opening of a new stop for the bullet train, and with the development of the highway, we've seen the rebirth of a modern city bursting with youthful energy.
We've reaped the benefits of new businesses and industry.
And with the special reverence the residents of XX Prefecture have for time-honored traditions--history and culture, business and industry--with these ideals in harmony, they have accomplished in growing their city into one of Japan's foremost metropolises.
We are resolved to see every one of our campaign promises to fruition, reaching our targets definitively and expediently like arrows fired from a bow.
With these arrows as the fundamental bases of the XX Party, our members have sought to pierce the obstructions preventing the happiness of the residents of XX Prefecture.
But I do believe that everybody here is unlike an ordinary arrow.
While being as unfaltering and straightforward, we have not neglected in seeking solutions that conform to the current day and age while also keeping an eye on the future.
Everyone here, however, is no simple arrow.
Even once loosed from the bow, without neglecting our studies, while employing new methods, and implementing more effective and flexible ideas, thus being able to change trajectories midflight-- we are magical arrows.
The modern age marches ever forward.
Sometimes it marches faster than the time taken from planning to execution.
For example, there have recently been numerous problems with the Hinamizawa Power Plant Project. Rather than forcing through the project solely because it was decided upon by the government, it is necessary to reflect on and adjust to the ever-changing needs of the residents, the region, and the next generation.
The protests by the local residents that surround the Hinamizawa Dam, these are also the will of the people of XX Prefecture. If you feel that there is no need to listen because the project has already been finalized, then you do nothing more than shed a poor light on Japan's postwar democracy.
For the lasting happiness of the citizens of Japan and the residents of XX Prefecture, please consider these policies thoroughly.
I believe, however, we have all gained something from the flexibility and foresight of the XX Party.
I've taken up much of your time, however, allow me to say the following to celebrate the 25th anniversary of our founding.
Chairman XX, members of the XX Party in attendance, thank you very much for today.
