Following their victories in the recent by-elections, newly elected lawmakers from the Democratic Party, including Song Young-gil, Kim Nam-jun, and Kim Nam-kook, expressed their commitment to finding ways to serve the public.
Song, who won in Incheon Yeonsu-gap, spoke to reporters after a party meeting on June 5, stating, "During the four years I was away from the National Assembly, I felt the pain and injustices faced by many ordinary citizens. This experience will serve as a valuable asset in my legislative work. As I have emphasized before, I will engage in politics that alleviates the tears of the people."
He also noted the importance of securing the support of younger voters, saying, "If we do not win their hearts, there is no future for our Democratic Party. We need a turning point to regain the support of those in their 20s and 30s who are drifting away from us."
Kim Ui-gyeom, representing Jeonbuk Gunsan-Gimje-Buan-gap, remarked, "This is a moment to start anew after the tumultuous period under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration. I will work calmly and productively. With new opportunities arising in Saemangeum, I hope to successfully attract investments from companies like Hyundai Motor."
Kim Nam-kook, from Gyeonggi Ansan-gap, stated, "I will find a role within the party and engage in legislative activities for the benefit of the public."
Notably, Kim Nam-kook congratulated Han Dong-hoon, an independent lawmaker with whom he had previously clashed over cryptocurrency trading allegations in 2023. When asked if he planned to visit Han, he replied, "I believe we will naturally greet each other."
The 14 newly elected lawmakers, including Song, Han, Kim Ui-gyeom, and Kim Nam-kook, officially began their legislative activities with the National Assembly session on this day.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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