Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, concluded his nationwide tour aimed at addressing the voting rights crisis stemming from the June 3 election, wrapping up his schedule in Gimhae and Daegu on July 25. Political analysts predict that Jang's return to the National Assembly will usher in a new phase for the party's efforts against the opposition and in establishing internal discipline.
On July 26, Jang took to Facebook to assert, "The Central Election Management Commission insisted that electronic manipulation was impossible, but it has now been proven otherwise. The people's cries for reclaiming their lost voting rights will not cease. Anyone who ignores that cry will not escape judgment."
These remarks came after Jang attended rallies in Gimhae and Daegu to denounce the infringement of voting rights. Throughout July, he participated in gatherings in Incheon, Busan, Gwangju, and Yongin, engaging with young voters. Following his tour, he plans to strengthen the party's efforts against the opposition regarding the voting rights crisis, based on the sentiments he gathered from youth across the country. He is also expected to voice concerns about extending the period for a national investigation and negotiating the scope and duration of a special investigation.
Jang also commented on President Lee Jae-myung's mention of the possibility of introducing electronic voting for overseas citizens, stating, "Stop making absurd claims and first accept the 'People's Special Investigation.' We need to abolish early voting and switch to a complete manual counting system."
As Jang prepares to return to the National Assembly, a shift in the party's internal dynamics is becoming apparent. The Ethics Committee has recently faced turmoil, putting a halt to Jang's 'disciplinary politics.' Reports indicate that the committee has struggled to reach a quorum in recent meetings, complicating decisions related to disciplinary actions. A meeting is scheduled for July 27, but it remains uncertain whether significant deliberations will take place.
In light of this, speculation is growing that Jang, who will mark his first anniversary in office next month, will announce reform measures aimed at restoring his leadership. These reforms are expected to include strengthening party member rights through amendments to party rules and regulations. Choi Bo-yun, the party's chief spokesperson, told reporters, "We are not preparing a reform plan with a set timeline. However, we anticipate that Jang will present a vision for how the party will be operated moving forward."
Meanwhile, Jang is set to attend a hearing on election appeals related to the June 3 local elections at the Central Election Commission in Gwacheon on July 27, where he will present his arguments directly.
On July 26, Jang took to Facebook to assert, "The Central Election Management Commission insisted that electronic manipulation was impossible, but it has now been proven otherwise. The people's cries for reclaiming their lost voting rights will not cease. Anyone who ignores that cry will not escape judgment."
These remarks came after Jang attended rallies in Gimhae and Daegu to denounce the infringement of voting rights. Throughout July, he participated in gatherings in Incheon, Busan, Gwangju, and Yongin, engaging with young voters. Following his tour, he plans to strengthen the party's efforts against the opposition regarding the voting rights crisis, based on the sentiments he gathered from youth across the country. He is also expected to voice concerns about extending the period for a national investigation and negotiating the scope and duration of a special investigation.
Jang also commented on President Lee Jae-myung's mention of the possibility of introducing electronic voting for overseas citizens, stating, "Stop making absurd claims and first accept the 'People's Special Investigation.' We need to abolish early voting and switch to a complete manual counting system."
As Jang prepares to return to the National Assembly, a shift in the party's internal dynamics is becoming apparent. The Ethics Committee has recently faced turmoil, putting a halt to Jang's 'disciplinary politics.' Reports indicate that the committee has struggled to reach a quorum in recent meetings, complicating decisions related to disciplinary actions. A meeting is scheduled for July 27, but it remains uncertain whether significant deliberations will take place.
In light of this, speculation is growing that Jang, who will mark his first anniversary in office next month, will announce reform measures aimed at restoring his leadership. These reforms are expected to include strengthening party member rights through amendments to party rules and regulations. Choi Bo-yun, the party's chief spokesperson, told reporters, "We are not preparing a reform plan with a set timeline. However, we anticipate that Jang will present a vision for how the party will be operated moving forward."
Meanwhile, Jang is set to attend a hearing on election appeals related to the June 3 local elections at the Central Election Commission in Gwacheon on July 27, where he will present his arguments directly.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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