Confusion in Osaka city assembly

Photo shows the confusion in the Osaka city assembly chamber on Jan. 15, 2016, after a spectator threw in two colored balls. The assembly was expected to adopt an ordinance against hate speech, the first by a Japanese municipality. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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