Conservative Takaichi makes 2nd bid in Japan ruling party chief race

Japan's economic security minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday she will run again to become president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, prioritizing economic growth to make the country "stronger and richer" while underscoring her conservative agenda.Joining what is already a crowded race with a record number of candidates, Takaichi, 63, one of the most hawkish contenders in the Sept. 27 election, is seeking to replace Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who is resigning to take responsibility for the party's political funds scandal.Unlike her previous presidential bid, she will not have the …READ FULL ARTICLE