The Democratic Party responded on June 8 to criticism from Jeonnam Governor Kim Young-rok regarding the Gwangju mayoral primary, stating that his claims were "not accurate."
During a press conference at the National Assembly, Secretary-General Cho Seung-rae said, "We have already addressed the issue of some ARS omissions during the primary process immediately, and there was a process of agreement and confirmation from the candidates' representatives."
Cho emphasized, "While it is politically free to make choices based on one's own judgment and beliefs at the party convention, attacking and criticizing the primary process is inappropriate."
Meanwhile, Governor Kim appeared on MBC Radio's 'Kim Jong-bae's Focus' and stated, "Listening to general public opinion, (the party members in Honam) say, 'Jeong Cheong-rae is finished,'" adding that he would oppose Jeong's re-election once his term as governor ends. He expressed dissatisfaction, claiming, "The primary process was opaque and unfair."
Additionally, on June 3, Kim posted on Facebook, stating, "I will dedicate everything to removing Jeong Cheong-rae," and criticized the party leader, saying, "Honam residents have been thoroughly ignored by an arrogant party leader. Jeong must take responsibility for his actions."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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