Author: 강재구

At the recent national congress of the Democratic Party of Korea, Lee Jae-myung successfully secured his re-election as party leader with an overwhelming 85.40% of the vote. The congress, held at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park, Seoul, also saw two other candidates, Kim Du-kwan and Kim Ji-su, receiving 12.12% and 2.48% of the vote, respectively. Despite falling short of his previous online voting results of 89.9%, Lee’s final tally of 85.40% still marked a significant victory. The selection process took into account a combination of delegate votes (14%), party member votes (56%), and public opinion polls (30%). The congress…

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In the recent Democratic Party National Convention, Lee Jae-myung successfully confirmed his position as party leader. He emphasized the importance of resisting the abuses of power, holding the opposition accountable, and prioritizing national interests and peace on the Korean Peninsula. Lee also expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with President Yoon Suk-yeol on various issues of national concern. During a press conference at the KSPO Dome in Songpa-gu, Seoul, Lee highlighted the need for opposition parties to play their essential role in controlling and overseeing the government’s actions. He also mentioned his willingness to discuss the appointment of special…

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The Democratic Party is taking a stand against the current administration, declaring they are monitoring the worst regime in history in real time. At a gathering, they are set to adopt a resolution to investigate allegations of pressure on the marine corps’ fallen soldier case and the First Lady’s involvement in state affairs. The party vows to push back against media control and unveil the truth. Criticizing the ruling power for disregarding citizens’ welfare and focusing solely on maintaining authority, the party pledges to expose any corruption and resist attempts to manipulate the media for political gain. The Democratic Party…

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Kim Yong-hyun, the nominee for Minister of National Defense, declared his assets totaling 174.6 million won, equivalent to six months’ worth of wages for a non-regular worker. Despite his 35-year career as a professional soldier, this amount is surprisingly low. However, the interesting fact is that when combined with his spouse and children’s assets, the total reaches 1.624 billion won, with the majority of assets under his wife and children’s names. This asset distribution raises questions about Kim’s hands-off approach to asset management, similar to President Yoon Suk-yeol’s relationship with his wife, where most of their assets were under her…

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In a recent controversy, Democratic Party’s top council candidate, Jung Bong-ju, admitted to saying that former leader Lee Jae-myung should not become president during a private conversation on the 16th. He clarified that his comments were made with “justice and passion.” Jung addressed the issue on Facebook, confirming that he did express his opinion on Lee becoming president. This statement followed accusations by former Justice Party member Park Won-seok, who exposed Jung’s controversial remarks on SBS radio. Jung also explained that during the party council, he realized the urgent need to address the divisive actions of some members who were…

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Park Chan-dae, the acting president of the Democratic Party of Korea, expressed willingness to accept the proposal for a third-party recommendation of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court as suggested by Han Dong-hoon, the leader of the People Power Party. Park stated that if it helps resolve the injustice faced by the deceased Marine Corps soldier and reveal the truth behind external pressure, the Democratic Party can consider adopting Han’s third-party recommendation proposal. Park emphasized the importance of overcoming national crises while calling on President Yoon Suk-yeol to engage in dialogue with the opposition party for the sake of…

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The upcoming leadership election for the Democratic Party in Gyeonggi Province and Daejeon-Sejong region saw overwhelming support for candidate Lee Jae-myung, who secured over 90% of the votes. Meanwhile, in the election for party’s top decision-making body, candidate Kim Min-seok maintained his lead, with a tight competition among lower-ranking candidates for the remaining spots. Lee Jae-myung dominated the online votes in Daejeon and Sejong, while Kim Min-seok continued to lead in the top council election. The candidate from Gyeonggi Province saw a significant increase in support in his “political hometown,” inching closer to the 90% threshold. As the elections progress,…

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Kim Moon-soo, a candidate for the Minister of Employment and Labor, has been revealed to have proposed zero bills related to employment and labor during his tenure as a 15th-17th National Assembly member. Despite President Yoon Suk-yeol highlighting his active legislative activity in those areas, his lack of legislative achievements raises concerns. Analysis of the National Assembly’s legislative information system by Kim Tae-sun, a member of the Democratic Party, shows that Kim Moon-soo proposed 15 bills during his 10-year term from 1996 to 2006, none of which were related to employment, labor, or the environment. This includes bills related to…

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In a recent event, former Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung revealed that he had requested lottery winnings for Kim Kyung-soo, the former governor of Gyeongsangnam-do, from President Yoon Suk-yeol through various channels. This disclosure came after Lee won a resounding victory in the Gyeonggi regional poll, securing 93.27% of the vote. During a press meeting at the Bucheon Gymnasium following the regional tour, Lee responded to questions about the implications of Kim’s potential lottery win, stating that having diverse and numerous candidates is beneficial. The request for Kim’s lottery winnings was reportedly discussed prior to a meeting between Lee and…

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North Korea has once again resorted to sending sewage balloons on the 10th. The Joint Chiefs of Staff(JCS) confirmed that North Korea is floating a South-bound garbage balloon and warned that it could potentially move to the northern Gyeonggi area due to changes in wind direction. The JCS urged citizens to be cautious of falling debris and report any discovered balloons to nearby military units or police. The recent provocative act by North Korea raises concerns about potential tensions with South Korea. As tensions continue to escalate, it is crucial for the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious…

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