【环球时报报道 记者 徐铉】印度国大党成员纳夫乔特·考尔·西杜近日在公开场合发声，直指该党存在严 重腐败问题，并称"想当首席部长需要花50亿卢比（100卢比约合7.8元人民币）"。这番言论随即令国大 党陷入舆论漩涡。 除了指控国大党存在金钱政治问题，考尔还直接点名国大党高层以及旁遮普邦副首席部长等政要，指责 他们存在勾结黑帮、与其他政党合谋等不法行径。报道称，考尔口中那位因未行贿而失去提名的候选 人，已出面证实其说法，称自己确实因未能交钱而错失提名机会。不过，另一名被指控靠花钱获得提名 的候选人，则怒斥考尔撒谎，并提出要与她当面对质。 随着舆论持续发酵，考尔日前在社交媒体X上发文澄清称，自己此前的言论只是为了揭露国大党金钱政 治乱象打的比方，并非真的有人向她开出50亿卢比的"价码"。 考尔的此番发言引发印度各界对国大党的广泛质疑。印度人民党全国总书记当即公开批评国大党"道德 全面崩溃"，要求该党必须就考尔的指控作出明确解释。印度民众党旁遮普邦负责人则表示，考尔的这 番话"彻底揭露了国大党高层的运作真相"。 据《印度时报》9日报道，考尔在数日前的公开谈话中爆料称，国大党内存在"交钱换取参选资格"的腐 败乱象。据 ...

Core Points - The article discusses the political turmoil in Japan following Prime Minister Sanna Takashi's controversial appointments of officials involved in "black money" scandals, raising concerns both domestically and internationally [1][4][6] - There is a growing public distrust towards the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) due to ongoing issues related to political funding and corruption, with nearly 40% of respondents in a poll identifying "politics and money" as a key issue in the LDP presidential election [2][4] Group 1: Political Appointments and Controversies - Prime Minister Takashi has appointed several officials linked to "black money" scandals, including Koichi Hagiuda, who was previously penalized for a scandal involving 27.28 million yen [4][5] - Another controversial appointment is Satoshi Sato, who received over 3 million yen in unreported funds during his tenure as a government official, leading to strong opposition from the opposition party [5][6] - Takashi's appointments have been criticized for potentially causing chaos in the National Diet, yet she expressed deep trust in these officials, stating her intention to allow them to utilize their talents [5][6] Group 2: Political Funding Issues - The article highlights the systemic issues of "money politics" in Japan, which are intertwined with long-standing fundraising practices and institutional loopholes [1][11] - The Political Funds Control Law, established in 1948, has undergone multiple revisions but still contains significant loopholes that allow for the exchange of money and political power [9][10] - Despite reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability, the effectiveness of these measures remains limited due to the existence of gray areas and a lack of independent oversight [10][11] Group 3: Cultural Context and Public Perception - Japanese political culture emphasizes personal relationships and favors, which complicates the perception of political funding as corruption [12][13] - There is a complex public sentiment towards "money politics," where citizens express disappointment over scandals but also exhibit a degree of tolerance, believing that all politicians engage in similar practices [13][14] - The dissolution of the "Abe faction" and the rise of Takashi as the first female Prime Minister were seen as symbolic changes, yet many analysts argue that these shifts are superficial and do not address the underlying issues of political funding and corruption [14]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implications of the U.S. tax and tariff policies under President Trump's administration, highlighting a significant wealth transfer from the general public to the wealthy elite and large corporations, framed as a "gift" to billionaires [1][3]. Tax Policy Summary - The "Big and Beautiful" tax and spending bill passed by the Senate promises a prosperous economy but primarily benefits the wealthiest 1% of Americans, providing $975 billion in tax cuts, with the top 0.2% receiving $211 billion in estate tax exemptions [1][2]. - Large corporations are set to gain $918 billion in tax reductions, which critics argue represents a regressive redistribution of wealth [1][3]. Social Welfare Impact - The tax cuts are expected to lead to significant reductions in social welfare programs, including the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid, potentially resulting in over 16 million Americans losing health insurance [2]. - The proposed cuts may also impose new out-of-pocket costs on Medicaid beneficiaries, creating an unbearable financial burden for many [2]. Tariff Policy Summary - The U.S. government's imposition of "reciprocal tariffs" aims to protect American workers and revitalize manufacturing but has led to increased prices for imported goods, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income families [2][3]. - Research indicates that the impact of tariffs on low-income households is more than three times that on high-income groups, with tariffs raising the price level by 2.3% this year, costing each household approximately $3,800 in purchasing power [2][3]. Wealth Transfer Mechanism - The combination of tax cuts and tariffs creates a clear pathway for wealth transfer, where government resources intended for the public are redirected to the wealthy and corporate shareholders, while consumers, especially those with lower incomes, bear the increased costs [3]. - Critics express concerns that this policy combination exacerbates income inequality and social tensions in the U.S. [3]. Long-term Fiscal Implications - The tax bill is projected to add approximately $3.3 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade, worsening the existing national debt of $36.2 trillion [4]. - The immediate benefits of tax cuts for the wealthy are contrasted with the long-term burden of debt repayment, which will fall on future generations [4]. Political and Economic System Critique - The article highlights systemic issues within the U.S. political economy, where policy decisions are heavily influenced by powerful capital interest groups, prioritizing their needs over those of the general public [5]. - The design of the tax bill reflects a preference for capital interests, while the tariff policy, despite its stated goals, ultimately shifts the financial burden onto ordinary consumers [5].