The Democratic Party intensified its campaign efforts in Chungbuk and Gangwon provinces on May 22, the second day of the official election period for the June 3 local elections. This push comes after the opposition People Power Party won control of local governments in these regions during the last election. Jung Cheong-rae, the party's chief election strategist, is focusing on regaining voter support.
The campaign kicked off in the morning with greetings at the SK Hynix Cheongju campus, where Jung, along with Shin Yong-han, the candidate for Chungbuk governor, and Lee Jang-seop, the candidate for Cheongju mayor, shook hands and took photos with commuters.
Later, Jung visited Chungju Public Market, where he promised full support for Shin and Maeng Jeong-seop, the candidate for Chungju mayor, alongside former Chungbuk governor Lee Si-jong, who is now a campaign committee member.
"For Chungbuk to develop, we need a Democratic president, a Democratic governor, and Democratic lawmakers," Jung stated. He added that a pledge implementation team would be formed around Chungbuk lawmakers to ensure that candidates' promises serve the public interest.
Jung emphasized that Shin and Maeng are the best candidates to significantly advance Chungbuk and Chungju, pledging that the Democratic Party would fully support their efforts. He highlighted key promises, including the swift establishment of a civilian runway at Cheongju International Airport and the development of a national railway network along the Gangho axis.
After concluding the campaign in Chungbuk, Jung traveled to Gangwon in the afternoon to support Woo Sang-ho, the candidate for Gangwon governor.
In Gangneung, Jung urged support for Woo and Kim Jung-nam, the candidate for Gangneung mayor, stating, "The Democratic Party and the Lee Jae-myung administration have focused heavily on Gangwon. We will lead the necessary laws and budgets to ensure that your needs are met promptly."
Jung also praised Woo's background as the first chief of staff under the Lee Jae-myung administration, saying, "He is someone who can communicate directly with the president. He is not just a well-known name; he is a capable candidate who can truly make a difference."
Additionally, Jung and Woo visited Donghae and Samcheok to support candidates Lee Jeong-hak and Lee Jeong-hoon, wrapping up the second day of their campaign activities.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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