Jokyung-tae, member of the People Power Party [Photo=Yonhap News]
Jokyung-tae, a member of the People Power Party, stated on June 11 that the party should "revoke its stance against the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol and expedite the process for the reinstatement of Han Dong-hoon, who was expelled from the party."
During an appearance on KBS Radio's "Jeonggeok Sisa," Jokyung-tae responded to comments made by the newly elected floor leader Jeong Jeong-sik, who suggested that concerns about the party becoming a pro-Yoon faction were unfounded. Jokyung-tae remarked, "If the party maintains its anti-impeachment stance, then those words lack sincerity."
He noted that Jeong, who is aligned with the party establishment, was elected by a narrow margin of just seven votes, indicating that there is a growing number of lawmakers within the party seeking significant change. "I believe we can see signs of change within the People Power Party," he said.
Jokyung-tae also called for Jang Dong-hyuk, the party leader, to resign in light of the party's defeat in the local elections. He stated, "During last year's party leader election, it was promised that the leader would step down if the party lost in the local elections. This promise must be kept. If he does not resign and holds on, it will only look worse as time goes on."
In response to opinions suggesting that there is no rush to address Han's reinstatement, Jokyung-tae argued, "The candidate that the party fully supported came in third place with a significant vote margin in Busan North Gap. The public has shown through their votes that Han's expulsion was a mistake, and we must accept this quickly."
He also expressed that the ongoing investigation into the recent shortage of ballots should be led by the People Power Party. He emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the infringement of citizens' voting rights and accountability for those responsible. He added that reforming the National Election Commission might be necessary, even through constitutional amendments.
"While a major reform of the election commission is necessary, Jang must not use this as a shield for himself," Jokyung-tae stressed. "He must be able to distinguish between his own position and the mistakes of the election commission."
During an appearance on KBS Radio's "Jeonggeok Sisa," Jokyung-tae responded to comments made by the newly elected floor leader Jeong Jeong-sik, who suggested that concerns about the party becoming a pro-Yoon faction were unfounded. Jokyung-tae remarked, "If the party maintains its anti-impeachment stance, then those words lack sincerity."
He noted that Jeong, who is aligned with the party establishment, was elected by a narrow margin of just seven votes, indicating that there is a growing number of lawmakers within the party seeking significant change. "I believe we can see signs of change within the People Power Party," he said.
Jokyung-tae also called for Jang Dong-hyuk, the party leader, to resign in light of the party's defeat in the local elections. He stated, "During last year's party leader election, it was promised that the leader would step down if the party lost in the local elections. This promise must be kept. If he does not resign and holds on, it will only look worse as time goes on."
In response to opinions suggesting that there is no rush to address Han's reinstatement, Jokyung-tae argued, "The candidate that the party fully supported came in third place with a significant vote margin in Busan North Gap. The public has shown through their votes that Han's expulsion was a mistake, and we must accept this quickly."
He also expressed that the ongoing investigation into the recent shortage of ballots should be led by the People Power Party. He emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the infringement of citizens' voting rights and accountability for those responsible. He added that reforming the National Election Commission might be necessary, even through constitutional amendments.
"While a major reform of the election commission is necessary, Jang must not use this as a shield for himself," Jokyung-tae stressed. "He must be able to distinguish between his own position and the mistakes of the election commission."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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