the d.p. promised to reduce the number of lawmakers and civil servants. but the biggest supporters, the labor unions are basically against that idea. >> what will next few moths look like for prime minister noda? >> noda's government cannot pass bills without -- the government is still divided. the ruling parties control the law house. noda's biggest challenge is getting approval for the legislation needed to enact the budget for the next fiscal year, which begins april 1st. he also has to win support for the consumption tax hike. but, you know, opposing parties are almost determined not to cooperate with the unpopular prime minister. and if the bills are rejected, noda will almost certainly call a general election. >> when would that happen? >> noda could call a general election between march and june. his low approval rating they will probably lose the majority many the law house. it's unlikely that any party will be able to form a majority. so you know, we'll have another coalition in this country. the party with the most seats will most likely take th