During a press conference at the National Assembly, Kwon Chil-seung, co-chair of Kim's campaign, along with lawmakers Park Hae-cheol, Lee Jae-jeong, Im Mi-ae, and Han Jeong-ae, highlighted that Choo is facing serious charges and is currently under indictment for important duties related to insurrection.
They expressed concern that a mayor who needs to address pressing economic issues in Daegu might frequently find himself in court, stating, "Choo may have to sit in the defendant's seat at the Seoul Central District Court on a regular basis, as his criminal trial schedule is packed." They argued that what Daegu needs now is a leader who can pull the city out of a deep economic slump and create opportunities for change and development, referring to Kim as that person.
The lawmakers also noted a positive atmosphere surrounding the mayoral election. One lawmaker remarked, "The atmosphere on the ground is very passionate," adding that there is a strong desire for change in Daegu, with some believing this may be their last chance. Another lawmaker shared, "Over the past decade, I've visited Daegu during election periods, and the frequency of people expressing their opinions has noticeably increased compared to previous elections."
Kwon further noted that when Kim previously ran for mayor, he was not welcomed at Seomun Market, but this time he received an enthusiastic reception from the merchants. Kwon assessed the electoral landscape, stating, "While there are many shy conservatives, it seems that there are even more shy supporters of Kim Boo-kyum," expressing hope for victory.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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