During an appearance on SBS Radio's "Kim Tae-hyun's Political Show," Hong remarked, "When it comes to individual housing issues, we may consider expansion or reconstruction, but when the entire area is at stake, redevelopment is necessary."
He acknowledged the significant influence of Yoo Si-min's comments but expressed reluctance to respond to every statement, saying, "It’s challenging to address every remark from one individual." He added, "The sudden emergence of terms like expansion and reconstruction depends on the situation at hand."
Hong emphasized that decisions about urban development should also be made by the public, stating, "While it may seem that politicians are making decisions, the President believes it is the people who ultimately decide."
He further noted the importance of understanding the public's desires and what is needed to shape the future of South Korea, suggesting that listening to citizens' opinions is essential rather than engaging in internal disputes.
When asked if he agrees with Yoo's reconstruction theory, Hong replied, "If I respond to that, it could lead to further conflict," but expressed hope that various claims would lead to healthy discussions.
He urged a focus on the future of South Korea rather than personal attacks, stating, "We should discuss what choices, changes, and judgments the Democratic Party needs to make in the process of moving forward. If necessary, we can consider expansion, reconstruction, or redevelopment as part of that discussion."
Previously, on June 26, Yoo Si-min commented on President Lee during an appearance on the YouTube channel "Kim Eo-jun's Dasboda," suggesting that the President may have been overly confident. He likened the situation to Lee's supporters wanting expansion while the President aims for reconstruction.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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