During a campaign rally at Beomgye Intersection in Anyang, Jang criticized Choo Mi-ae, the Democratic Party candidate, stating, "While Yang was on a hunger strike to prevent a strike at Samsung Electronics for the future of South Korea, Choo was nowhere to be seen. How can such a candidate be trusted with the future of Gyeonggi Province?"
He further accused Choo of being a key player in damaging the country for the benefit of Lee Jae-myung, saying, "Choo knows nothing about Gyeonggi Province. She proved her ignorance during the internal party debate, yet she became a candidate by securing votes from the 'Kkaedal' (a strong support group for the Democratic Party)."
Jang praised Yang as a "high school graduate who made a name for herself at Samsung Electronics," emphasizing her qualifications as the true capable candidate to lead Gyeonggi Province, the heart of the semiconductor industry. "Yang is the one who understands semiconductors and can best drive the future advanced industries," he asserted.
He also endorsed Kim Dae-young, the candidate for Anyang mayor, describing him as a "true worker who has dedicated over 30 years to Anyang City," stating that he knows the city well and has devoted everything to its betterment.
In response, Yang addressed Choo, saying, "I don't want to talk about a candidate who viewed Gyeonggi Province as just a stopover for two years. Gyeonggi is my life, my everything. The People Power Party will unite to take care of the lives of each citizen in Anyang."
Yang announced her campaign slogan, "A Profitable Gyeonggi Province," pledging to create a region where young people do not struggle with finances, delaying education, marriage, or housing.
The rally included Jang and other party leaders, such as Kim Min-soo, Jo Kwang-han, Choi Ji-ye, and Park Jun-tae. After the event in Anyang, Jang continued campaigning in Suwon and Ansan.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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