We get more exposure to crowds we don't normally play in front of.

Abe is very popular but lacks experience as a politician.

What's been the backbone of social stability has changed as the number of part-time and temporary workers goes up.

What we're seeing is a result of Koizumi's diminishing popularity -- the 'Koizumi effect' is wearing off.

The DPJ failed to present an easy-to-understand, clear policy to the people. In that sense, DPJ doesn't have enough to be the ruling party.

There were good crowds and it was something to be able to play at the Armory. We had some good games and we had a few fights. That was a long time ago.