How the politicians are to blame for the failure of Japan's recovery. First in line for blame is Mr Abe, Though he came to office as a self-styled reformer nothing he has ever said or done suggests an interest in improving the economy. Second in line are the ancient crocodiles of the LDP Mr Fakuda and third in line for blame comes the DPJ's Mr Ozawa. His party's ranks have plenty of young politicians favouring market driven reforms.