Japan Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague
Shouted at female assembly member to "get married"
A Japanese politician apologizedMonday after he shouted sexist remarks at a fellow assembly member during her speech last week about increased public support for pregnant women.
Akihiro Suzuki, a member of the ruling LDP party, admitted he taunted fellow assembly member Ayaka Shiomura, from the minority Your party, during her speech, CNN reports. He apologized for shouting out “You should get married” while Shiomura was speaking, but denies making a second comment, “Can’t you even bear a child?” A video of the incident shows Shiomura reduced to tears by the comments, but she finishes her speech anyway. She was advocating for more public support for pregnant women in the Tokyo assembly on June 18.
Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized. The apology comes after LPD party leader Shigeru Ishiba denounced the incident on a June 21 TV program and called for the perpetrators to come forward.
The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women. The Prime Minister wrote in the Wall Street Journallast year that he wants to boost women’s participation in the workforce to 73% by 2020, and close the wage gap (Japanese women make 30% less than men).
I believe that carelessness like this will happen. It happens in more places then Japan. Japan is actually the nicest country a person could ever visit. It was not ok for him to say that during her speech. However, unlike some countries, he at least apologized."He apologized for shouting"(p2).
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ReplyDeleteI believe that what Akihiro Suzuki was completely inappropriate and uncalled for. The fact that "Shiomura was reduced to tears by the comments" shows the severity of the situation (Paragraph 2). Shiomura was speaking about something she truly believed in, and Suzuki disrespected that in a public way. More action within the company should have been carried out to punish Suzuki. Sexist actions like this should not be tolerated anywhere, especially in the workplace. It was good that apologies were made and accepted, however, actions like these should never happen in the first place.
I'm glad to here that Suzuki apologized for what he said. I can relate to how she felt because I'm a girl, and if I heard that comment if I was giving a speech I'd be offended as well. I cannot believe this statement when I read it: "Japanese women make 30% less than men" (Alter). Maybe it's because I'm so accustomed to having mostly everything be equal for all genders, but I'm glad that the Prime Minister is trying to take action into that injustice: "The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women" (Alter). I found this statement to be comical because the irony of Suzuki's position just shows how he truly thinks compared to what he is said to "support". To conclude, I'm glad that he apologized for what he said; however, I feel his apology should have been broadcasted to all the people he offended.
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I agree with your statement that his apology should be broadcast across the world, but the fact that he actually did apologize is awesome. It doesn't excuse his acts along with the people who joined him in the childish behavior, but it is a step."She knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized." Sexist acts like this happen everywhere although we wish that it wasn't true, but people are childish at times especially men.
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ReplyDeleteAkihiro Suzuki’s comments were unprofessional and disrespectful. Shiomura was giving a speech on something she believed in. Suzuki interrupted her speech with immature comments, including “‘You should get married’” (Alter). Although Shiomura accepted his apology that he made later, it still doesn’t make up for the fact that Shiomura was “reduced to tears by the comments” (Alter). To make things worse, “the incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women” (Alter). The Prime Minister wants to do this by increasing women’s workforce participation by 73%, because Japanese women “make 30% less than men” (Alter).
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I believe that Akihiro should apologize more for his rude statement instead of just apologizing for, “you should get married first” (Time). Although we have freedom of speech people need to slow down and realize if what they are going to say, will it hurt someone in any way. Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology but some still have not apologized yet.
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Bailey Wetzel-Period 4
ReplyDeleteI think that the idea that these people heckled a woman is absolutely uncalled for and is horrendously rude, especially since, "the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women.(paragraph 4)" These people should have known better, even more so since they are in Abe's party. The correct action for making up for this is for all the hecklers to come forward and apologize to poor Ayaka Shiomura
Keiko Parker - period 4
ReplyDeleteThe remarks that were made were completely uncalled for. On the other hand, this is a very good public demonstration of someone who had done wrong doing right by apologizing publicly due to his sexist remarks. In Japan, sexism has always been a problem. "Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized."(paragraph 3) Many women get bothered and recieve sexist remarks from men or violations of their privacy, which is very sad. Shiomura even says herself that there has been many other men whom have not apologized. Hopefully this demonstration of remorse and acknowledging that what he did was wrong will be a great stride in gender equality in Japan.
That remark from Akihiro about women was completely unnecessary and unprofessional. Akihiro should be ashamed for what happened and it's a good thing that there was at least someone apologizing. But at the end there were still more that needed to say sorry.
ReplyDeleteIn the year 2015 there should be no sexism. Everyone should be equal no matter who you are. Being sexist nowadays can get you into a lot of trouble this guy is lucky she forgave him. Someone needs to check this guys privilege and make all of Japan more sensitive to people.
ReplyDeleteThe guy is very lucky that she accepted his apology after saying "You should get married" (Time) during her speech. If I was the girl, I would not have accepted his apology. It is extremely rude to yell that during a public speech. It is also very embarrassing for her. It's great that he apologized but at the same time it's not great that he yelled that in front of her.
ReplyDeleteSuzuki had no right to say what he did. Aside from it being super inappropriate and rude, it was extremely unprofessional. He and the other people heckling were members of the Prime Minister's party, and he always talks about feminist topics. The men who shouted those rude things not only embarrassed themselves and Shiomura, but the Prime Minister himself. Remarks like this need to stop, and people need to all just respect each other, especially in the work place. There shouldn't be any kind of disrespect based off gender.
ReplyDeleteIt is silly that people are still making sexist comments like that. Women and men are different but they are not unequal. Men and women should be treated with the same amount of respect."The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women." These professionals should not make comments like these and especially not be hypocrite of what they say.
ReplyDeleteThat remark from Akihiro about women was completely unnecessary and unprofessional. Akihiro should be ashamed for what happened and it's a good thing that there was at least someone apologizing. But at the end there were still more that needed to say sorry.
ReplyDeleteIt was not right for Akihiro to shout all the rude comments during his fellow members speech. It was what she was talking about and he does not have the right to judge. I think he needs to apologize for both of his rude statements rather than just "you should get married first" (Time). It was extremely rude to shout "can't you even bear a child" (Time)? Shiomura accepted Akihiro's apology. Even though we have the freedom of speech it is not okay to say stuff like that to someones face during a speech. If I were Shiomura I would still be very upset with Akihiro.
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Period 2
I think Akihiro's rude remarks were completely inappropriate and unprofessional. Gender equality is still a big deal nowadays. It is true that men and women are different, but that does not mean that they are unequal. Both genders should be regarded with the same respect in any situation. Sexist comments are completely unacceptable, especially in the work place and especially coming from members of prime minister. People need to learn how to have more respect for each other.
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This article proves that gender inequality is still alive in the work palce. It is obvious that Akihiro only made these remarks because his colleague was female. While an apology is a good start, I dont think we should accept apologies like they fix everything. Gender inequality is a major problem that should be solved by now.
ReplyDeleteAdmitting he should not have made those remarks is very important for the atmosphere of Japanese workplaces. Gender equality is a large issue in certain areas, especially ones in Asia. This heckling shows the lack of respect to women from the higher superiors, and it should not be tolerated. There were "others who heckled her who have not yet apologized" (Alter). This should not be permitted and action should be taken against those, because if thought like this continues then it will only strengthen gender equality in the workplace.
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Period 6
Although it is good that Suzuki apologized, his words were still unprofessional, sexist, and flat out unforgivable. It is important to think before you speak, which is what he failed to do. Gender equality is a massive issue in Asia and that certainly didn't help make any process. It was totally uncalled-for considering "Shiomura was reduced to tears by the comments" (Alter).
ReplyDeleteBy saying those comments, Suzuki sounded like he wasn't taking the speeches seriously. The comments put him in a position of people having a negative outlook on him which is eventually leaving him in a big disadvantage in the long run. Even though he apologized, that isn't going to take back the fact he said it in the first place. Gender equality still to this day is a big issue and something that should be taken seriously.
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Period 6
Suzuki completely failed at being professional at the workplace. His remarks were unprofessional and downright unacceptable. Although its good that he apologized he still shouldn't be forgiven for what he said. He needs to learn how to think before he says something.
ReplyDeleteSuzuki completely failed at being professional at the workplace. His remarks were unprofessional and downright unacceptable. Although its good that he apologized he still shouldn't be forgiven for what he said. He needs to learn how to think before he says something.
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ReplyDeleteSuzuki's words were very rude and unprofessional. Although he apologized, his words will still never be forgotten and it must have been hard for Ayaka Shiomura to forgive him. I think that people need to think more before they speak because words really hurt and stay in peoples minds for a long time. I'm sure it was very difficult as she heard it and "she finishes her speech anyway" (Alter). Shiomura must be a very strong person to be able to finish her speech after what she heard because that would be very hard.
ReplyDeleteSuzukis words were not appropriate and rude. His words will never be forgotten. Even though he apologized, his words were very rude and disrespectful. People need to say what they are going to say in their head before saying it out of their mouths. This was not right.
ReplyDeleteRichard Hull period 2
This was a very unprovoked and unprofessional thing to do. It is even worse that it was a politician said it. Why would he even "Shout out 'You should get married' while Shiomura was speaking" (Time)? What does this even accomplish? It only could do harm to the speaker and to him.
ReplyDeleteThis behavior is completely unacceptable, and quite frankly, hypocritical. Akihiro Suzuki, the heckler, was part of the group supporting women and having more of them working. To then go against his own words and say sexist comments during a speech is not right. For shouting, "You should get married." (Suzuki) is highly disrespectful and very hurtful. I would have a very difficult time forgiving Suzuki. He publicly humiliated Akihiro. She was in tears after the remarks he shouted at her. He should be charged, or at least, fined.
ReplyDeleteI believe that what Akihiro Suzuki said and did was completely inappropriate and unnecessary. The fact that ¨Shiomura was reduced to tears¨ (paragraph 2) by his comments just shows how uncalled for this was. This should've never happened and what Shiomura was saying she had really believed in it and the fact he shouted these out is already inappropriate and rude, but to add on to that she shouted it out during her speech. I think it is good that there were apologies made and accepted but this should not have happened and Suzuki should be punished in some way for doing this.
ReplyDeleteParagraph 2 states "He apologized for shouting out “You should get married” while Shiomura was speaking, but denies making a second comment, “Can’t you even bear a child?” No matter how he felt he did not have the right to push someone down with rude comments. Although he apologized for his first comment he needs to apologize for his second. Even if he apologizes for what he said, people need to think before speaking because words can really have a hurtful impact on someone.
ReplyDeleteZayne Per. 5
Although he apologized, making sexist comments towards a woman is very disrespectful. The fact that he did this during a public speech trying to benefit pregnant women in Japan, should not be tolerated. Other comments were made after, "You should get married" (Suzuki).The people yelling rude comments out during this woman's speech should be identified. Obviously some of the higher ranked men in Japan need to learn about gender equality. They also need to learn to respect not only women, but respect everyone, especially if they are a public figure.
ReplyDeleteAkihiro Suzukis' remarks towards Ayaka Shiomura were degrading, disrespectful, and immature. Unfortunately, things like this do happen too often. The fact that she was "reduced to tears by the comments, but she finishes her speech anyway" (Paragraph 2) makes her that much stronger. Hopefully, from the negative attention Suzuki has been receiving, he will learn from his mistakes. Even though he did apologize for one of his comments, he should have known better than to yell out hurtful comments.
ReplyDeleteIt is disrespectful to heckle a person during a speech, regardless of their gender. Ayaka was trying to raise public awareness for a broader topic for pregnant women. Shiomura shouted out sexist comments out at a public figure that is trying to represent those who can not speak up for themselves. A highly respected man in Japan, Shimura, does not understand the aspect of gender equality. "The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party, since Abe has himself been vocal about making Japan a better place for working women" (Time). The situation is even worse considering Shimura is a public figure. He needs to teach his people by example in the future.
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I think that it is very rude and unacceptable for Akihiro Suzuki's to yell "You should get married" (Suzuki) to a woman espically during a public meeting. Although he did apoligize I belive te situation will not be completly over till the other men come to her and make an appology. She says that, "I knew there were other men who have not appologised."(Paragraph 3) So befor thuis situation can be froggoten they need ot make a public oppology to her.
ReplyDeleteI find it appalling that this amount of sexism still exists in Japan. Unluckily this has been part of their culture. In Japan, until recently, women were though to be given worth by their fathers or their husbands. This has changed in the youth culture, however, much of the older generations still have this mentality. One thing I will say is that it shows improvement that not only did people take offense and defend her, but the politician came out and admitted he was wrong. Equal rights movements have been slow in japan but hopeful this show a chance to learn and a promise of change.
ReplyDeleteBenjamin Weaver, Period 6
I believe that it was good that Akihiro apologized. I think it was good that he maybe went out of his way to apologize and I think it shows that maybe he didn't mean it. I think the other people who supposedly said sexist remarks should apologize too as well. Since, the "Prime Minister wrote in the Wall Street Journal last year that he wants to boost women’s participation in the workforce to 73% by 2020, and close the wage gap (Japanese women make 30% less than men)," I think they are really trying to make men and women more equal(Alter).
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Per. 2
Its great that he apologized, but he shouldn't have said those things in the first place. "He apologized for shouting out “You should get married” while Shiomura was speaking, but denies making a second comment, “Can’t you even bear a child?”. He should own up to what he did, and apologize for all of his remarks, but he should not have said them in the first place.
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per. 6
Akihiro Suzuki did apologized , but it was wrong of him to even say it in the first place. Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized (Japan Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague) .Shiomura is very kind for accepting the apology. Everyone who interrupted her speech should stand up and apologize. Shiomura won't ever forget that disrespectful comment.
ReplyDelete- Sheila Ordukhani per2
Akihiro Suzuki did apologized , but it was wrong of him to even say it in the first place. Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized (Japan Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague) .Shiomura is very kind for accepting the apology. Everyone who interrupted her speech should stand up and apologize. Shiomura won't ever forget that disrespectful comment.
ReplyDelete- Sheila Ordukhani per2
He should have said that in the first place. Even though he apologized, it was still wrong and very hurtful to her. He has done something very inappropriate at a work environment, and she did accept the apology and it sounds as if they are both moving on. "He apologized for shouting out “You should get married” while Shiomura was speaking." This was very rude of him. Austin James p.2
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DeleteIt was great that Akihiro Suzuki apologized, but it was not smart of him to say what he said to begin with. He should not have shouted "You should get married." (Charlotte Alter) Even though Shiomura accepted his apology that doesn't mean the words he said would be forgotten or not held against him. I also believe that Women should have equal pay with men. according to (Wall Street Journal) The Prime Minster wrote that he wanted to boost women's pay to close the wage gap. " The Japanese women make 30% less than men." ( Wall street Journal) Hopefully everything gets resolved between Akihiro Suzuki and Shiomura and women getting more pay.
ReplyDeleteChristian Hudson
Period 2
Sometimes we, as humans, make irrational decisions that later hurt us. Akihiro Suzuki did make a rash decision to yell out a hurtful remark to Shiomura but at least he acknowledged his mistake and dealt with it accordingly by apologizing which is the best thing he could have done. Though he did the right thing by apologizing, he shouldn't have yelled a hurtful remark at a fellow citizen.
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Period 2
Suzuki tells this woman,"You should get married." His comment was totally uncalled for. I understand that he may have been heated at the time and he was probably fed up with just taking everyone's crap all day long through his interview about women equality. Women should be just as equal as men in all aspects throughout everyday life.
ReplyDeleteThe Japan politician was in the wrong during this situation. He shouted offensive comments that obviously offended her as, "A video of the incident shows Shiomura reduced to tears by the comments" (Japan Politician). Although the man apologized he should face further punishment. The man made an offensive comment in public towards the woman and should have been at least fined.
ReplyDeleteAmar Dhillon period 2
Although Akihiro Suzuki apologized, it doesn't mean he truly means it, it was completely unprofessional of him to make such remarks in a such manner, his words are still there, and the way that it brought Shiomura to tears. Shiomura was in mid speech, for supporting pregnant woman in Japan, and Suzuki shouted out "You should get married." and "Can't you even bare a child?" With was extremely inappropriate for the time being. According to the Wall Street Journal, the prime minister wrote last year that he practically wanted to make the men and woman equal.
ReplyDeleteI believe it is good that Akihiro Suzuki apologized for what he said to Ayaka Shiomura. I think this shows what people really think of women, and not just in Japan, but everywhere. Many don't think women belong in the work place at all, but instead it is their job to have kids and take care of their family. We need to work hard to show people that women are just as good as men in the work force, and are good in many other things. We need to break the idea that women are only good at being mothers, but can do many other things. Furthermore, "The Prime Minister wrote in the Wall Street Journal last year that he wants to boost women’s participation in the workforce to 73% by 2020"(Alter). I think this would definitely help to break the thought that women shouldn't be in the work force.
ReplyDeleteRenee Gibson, period 2
Apologizing can only do so much, and half of the time when someone apologizes they don't even mean it. I think that it is absurd that grown men are making rude remarks towards a woman about pregnancy. It shows clearly that Japanese men think woman are of lesser value. This is wrong on so many levels because without woman the human population would not be able to reproduce. Woman bring life into this world they should be given more value. Everyone deserves equality, men and woman, no one is above the other.
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Though it was good of him to apologize, that man should be fired. His job is with the Prime minister, who is trying to get women on equal standards to men in the work force "The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party...". He should fire all the men who shouted out at her, they need supporting men who can fight for women rights just as much as the girls can. The act of harassment shouldn't be taken as lightly as just accepting an apology from one man.
ReplyDeleteAkihiro Suzuki did the appropriate thing by apologizing to Ayaka Shiomura for his actions.Although he apologized, making sexist comments towards a female is very disrespectful. It is an embarrassment and he should consider resigning before he is probably fired. In fact all the men should be fired. Actions like that can't go unpunished or else others will follow suit in even harsher and worse ways. Men shouldn't even be allowed in the premises, they need more men to stick up for women rights instead of just having the women do all the fighting.
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Per. 4
He definitely did the appropriate thing by apologizing, but he should not have even done something like that in the first place. And he obviously did that because she was girl and if it was a guy he probably would not have said anything. And even though he apologized, making sexist comments like that is always so disrespectful and hurtful to all women. But i am also confused about how women are always lower than men. And the sad part is that the Prime Minister's job is to provide equal standards for men AND women in the workforce, and he is obviously not doing his job. Women should be just as equal as men through any aspect of life.
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Period 6
I believe it is good that Akihiro Suzuki apologized for what he said to Ayaka Shiomura, though he had no right to yell at her in the first place.It was very brave of Ayaka to continue her speech after being harassed by multiple people and very kind of her to forgive some of the men after they yelled at her. I hope that all of the men who mistreated Ayaka will be punished in some way and that they learn to be more accepting and open minded to new ideas given by their peers, especially regarding women/ pregnancy rights.
ReplyDeleteSarah Moghaddam period 1
I believe that what Akihiro Suzuki said was inappropriate. "Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized," (Japan Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague). Even though he apologized, I don't think he really mean't it. I don't think he said sorry for what he said, I think he said sorry because it was embarrassing for him. Akihiro Suzuki’s comments were disrespectful and should not have been said during this time.
ReplyDeleteAkihiro Suzuki should not have said what he said to Ayaka Shiomura. What Suzuki said to Shiomura was rude and disrespectful and he should have thought of what he was saying before he said it. Since Shiomura was "reduced to tears by the comment" just proves even more that Suzuki should have not said such a hurtful thing(Japanese Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague). Even though Suzuki apologized, his actions were still disrespectful. He was forced to apologize and it wasn't as sincere as it could be if he really meant it.
ReplyDeleteAlena Romero Period 5
Is this what the world has finally come to? Not just for the statements but only one apology. When someone is speaking, its silent, paying attention to the one who is speaking, it is a sign of respect but when one shouts something out and it is highly inappropriate and makes the person feel embarrass is totally not acceptable. Then when one person starts it everyone else will think it's okay. Only one person out of many apologized for their sexiest statement, this shows what the world truly has became.
ReplyDeleteWhat Akihiro said was uncalled for and immature, "you should get married first" (Time). I mean everyone does make smart remarks. But there is a time and place for that. Especially if you an official you don't need to be saying that at a speech. It shows you do not have a filter which is bad and you could potentially get fired.
ReplyDeleteI believe the scenario found here goes beyond public support for women or their wages. After having visited and read extensively about Japan, it is obvious that it is a very sexist country. In their past and recent culture, men have had authority and control over a woman’s actions and life. “He apologized for shouting out ‘You should get married’ while Shiomura was speaking” (Time). The fact that Akihiro Suzuki (male politician) apologized to Shiomura (female politician) signifies a step in the right direction for Japan. Even though the situation should not have even happened, the fact that the apology was public and received attention is the beginning to Japan’s non-sexist future.
ReplyDeleteJonPaul Lambert Period 1
What Akihiro said was unnecessary. To start off, talking while someone is presenting is very rude. What he did is insanely rude, not only did he talk during a presentation he yelled at her. It says in the article (time) that he said " you should get married". I'm not sure how that adds benefit to the presentation, therefore it is uncalled for.
ReplyDeleteIt is very unprofessional to act in such a matter. I don't understand how adults can act so childish and heckle people while they are on stage. I'm glad that she had finished her speech as well as glad that he apologized, but he should not have behaved that way in the first place. He may have apologized but there were still " others who heckled her who have not yet apologized" which is very unfortunate.
ReplyDeleteIt is good that Suzuki apologized for what he did. However, apologies often don't mean much. I'm not sure what else he should do to make things right, but I don't believe an apology is enough. The weird thing is, his comments don't even make any sense. Overall, it's just a situation that will negatively affect his image.
ReplyDeleteSuzuki in the article, came out to me as a very rude person. In this day in age people should be allowed to live their life without any sexism being involved in their life. As Suzuki said "you should get married"(time), this shows how the man is a very low class person with little to no respect for women. If I were her I would have nit accepted his Appalogizies because what he did was cruel
ReplyDeleteI find Suzuki to be a disturbed person. Although he apoligized forhis rude remarks, it doesnt make up for he horrible things he said such as, "you should get married”. This man is very low class is he needs to yell to a women that she should get married. Time Magazine also stated that there were other who have yet to apologize. Even though he apologized, I don't think it will ever make up for the very low class things Suzuki said.
ReplyDeleteAkihiro's actions were very rude to Ayaka, especially when the article says "he shouted sexist remarks at a fellow assembly member during her speech" (Japan Politician Sorry for Heckling Female Colleague). Although in my opinion the first comment he said about how she should get married didn't bother me at first, but I remember Ayaka is an adult and maybe it’s a sensitive topic for some adults. The second comment he may or may not said (in the article it said he denied saying this but it is still rude) about if she could even give birth to a child. In my opinion this comment was even more effective than the first one. I think this because some women really want to have a child especially to give birth to one and at the end some women can't do it, all women can get married If they want, but not all can bear a child. Another reason is Akihiro doesn't know if she could or not give birth. Overall at the end, even though his comments were very rude but I respect him for going face to face to her and apologize. It's sometimes hard for some people to apologize to someone especially face to face. In the present day some people in this world would use their social media account to post that their sorry or post a video saying their sorry for whatever rude thing they did.
ReplyDelete- Tyra Cardenas 5th period
It's quite obnoxious that gender equality is still an issue in the world we live in today. People need to get over their opinions and stop commenting on things that aren't their business. To interrupt a woman in the middle of her speech is one thing but to also have the audacity to say something unnecessary and rude makes it even worse. To shout "You should get married" is so immature on many levels. To hear this from a grown man makes it all even worse. If people like Suzuki could keep their comments to themselves the world would be a better and less threatening place. - Sabrina Shaw Per. 4
ReplyDeleteI agree with you a lot. Gender equality should not be this big of a deal. Men and women are equal in all ways, how hard is it for some people to understand that? Shouting ignorant remarks during her speech is childish, and a huge step backwards from gaining gender equality. I also agree with you that it is insane that a grown man would say something like this, especially a politician. He should know better, and he should have the common sense to keep comments like that to himself.
DeleteIt does not surprise me at all that Akihiro said, "You should get married," (Alter pg. 2) to Shiomura while she was presenting her speech. Some people in this world are so disrespectful and rude when they speak to others. Even though "Shiomura accepted Suzuki's apology," (Alter pg. 3), the words that Suzuki said to Shiomura we're not okay and should not be tolerated. Everyone should think before they speak because they could be hurting others.
ReplyDeleteFaith Rosenberry
Period 6
At this point in time I believe sexism shouldn't even be in consideration across the world. When shiromura said that "the comments brought her to tears" you know what was being said is messed up. Especially now in our society it's the last thing you would want to hear or hear about for that matter. People shouldn't be treated this way just because of what gender they are or what they believe in. Everybody should be given equal opportunity and no be discriminated.
ReplyDeleteAs many people are stating, so things that were said where very disrespectful, and unprofessional. Akihiro was out of place when he said these things, and it was to another board member. Yes apologies are always nice, but that doesn't necessarily fix things. He has in a way, ruined his professional image, and that will be very hard to fix.
ReplyDeleteIt is so bad that he said something that "reduced [her] to tears by the comments, but she finishes her speech anyway" (CNN News). That should not be acceptable anywhere in the world. To yell that is not just sexist, it's also rude. And the fact that he only apologized after being forced to is just sad.
ReplyDeleteMichelle Koopman, per 1
Akirhiro was way out of line, being a politician he should know that he needs to show respect to everyone and never disrespect anyone. Apologies don't fix thing especially when you use such vile things to say to them. he should resign while he has some little respect instead being fired and losing it all.
ReplyDeleteakirhio should not have said what he did! If he is a political figure he should show respect to all men and women. he should have never said that espically in the midile of her speech.
ReplyDeleteAkirhio's actions were extremely disrespectful. I don't understand why a person in his power would make remarks like he did. I think he should lose his power for what he said. His inappropriate actions should be punished.
ReplyDeleteI think that what he did was not right and very unnecessary. I am glad he did apologize to her because that was the right thing to do, but he should have not done that in the first place. This shows that gender inequality still does exist. And they where saying that they want to increase “women’s participation in the workforce to 73% by 2020, and close the wage gap(Alter).”
ReplyDeleteI think the comment made by Akiriho was completely uncalled for. If someone is speaking publically about something, you don't shout things at them. Especially, offensive things, and especially when they are talking about somethings important to them. I think it is good of Shiomura to accept the apology, allowing them to make emence, but I think what Akirhio did was completely out of line.
ReplyDeleteAlthough it is good that Suzuki apologized while others didn't, what he did was still wrong. He shouldn't be saying that during a speech and shouldn't insult people in general. It would have been smart if he wouldn't have said anything at all and keep quiet during the speech.
ReplyDeleteWhat Suzuki said was very insulting and especially because he interrupted her in her speech. If he wanted to say something that badly, he should have waited until the end of her speech. Secondly, he should have spent more time thinking about what he was saying before he said. Its good that he apologized and all, but you can't take back what you say.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, what Suzuki did was just rude and unexpected. Even though he did apologize, which was the the right thing to do, its something that should not of happened in the first place. He was being disrespectful towards her, other people, and even himself, because i feel he should lose something for doing such a thing.
ReplyDeleteI think that what suzuki did was extremely rude. there was no reason for him to say those horrible things. The only good thing he did was apologize, as the others did not. "Shiomura accepted Suzuki’s apology, but said she knew there were others who heckled her who have not yet apologized." (Ayaka Shiomura)
ReplyDeleteIt was so uncalled for Suzuki to say those inappropriate comments to Shiomura during her speech. It was the right thing for Suzuki to apologize but those comments he made wont leave Shiomura mind or anyone else who was in the room. He disrespected Shiomura and rudely interrupted her speech, he can't take that back. Its also sad that the fact people from the Prime minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party gave Shinzo attention by laughing under their breath. "The incident is especially embarrassing considering that the heckles were coming from members of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s LDP party"(line 25-26). Everyone who took part in the harassment towards Shiomura should apologize and hopefully learn from there mistake.
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