I don't like pointing people to news like this but it is important that we understand that as long as the government does not keep the interests of it's people first and foremost, individuals (and their right) will continue to be marginalized.
Whether it is TEPCO, Snow Brand, or any of the other companies that are breaching the trust of their customers in Japan, it is seems that the people do not have the tools/power/influence/desire to create change at the levels necessary, yet.
Societal harmony more valuable than the life of an 84-year old grandmother? Who is to judget that?
