Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, criticized the People Power Party for wasting time during the confirmation hearings for government minister candidates held over the past two days, citing their use of personal attacks and low-level political tactics instead of focusing on policy and qualifications.
During a policy coordination meeting at the National Assembly on September 17, Han stated, "The People Power Party has made definitive criminal accusations against the candidates and resorted to mockery and personal attacks, engaging in low-level political maneuvers rather than proper verification."
He referenced the People Power Party's suggestion of potential street protests regarding the appointment of Kim Seung-won as Minister of Justice, saying, "It should not be the solution of the main opposition party to turn its back on the National Assembly and seek answers on the streets just because they are dissatisfied with the confirmation hearing results." He urged, "The confirmation hearings have concluded, but the regular National Assembly has not ended. The People Power Party should return to the National Assembly, the place for addressing people's livelihoods, instead of engaging in street protests."
Han also introduced youth-related policies being pursued by the party ahead of 'Youth Day' on September 19. He emphasized, "We are preparing a youth housing welfare plan aimed for announcement before Chuseok, ensuring that young people do not have to mortgage their futures due to housing concerns." He also promised the passage of the youth future savings budget and the establishment of support systems for work-life balance, including a three-part support package for spouses.
Meanwhile, Kwon Chil-seung, the policy committee chair, stressed the importance of managing 'grocery prices' ahead of Chuseok. He urged the government to ensure that the public's grocery baskets are filled with peace of mind rather than worry, and called for strict measures against price gouging and collusion that may occur during the holiday season.
During a policy coordination meeting at the National Assembly on September 17, Han stated, "The People Power Party has made definitive criminal accusations against the candidates and resorted to mockery and personal attacks, engaging in low-level political maneuvers rather than proper verification."
He referenced the People Power Party's suggestion of potential street protests regarding the appointment of Kim Seung-won as Minister of Justice, saying, "It should not be the solution of the main opposition party to turn its back on the National Assembly and seek answers on the streets just because they are dissatisfied with the confirmation hearing results." He urged, "The confirmation hearings have concluded, but the regular National Assembly has not ended. The People Power Party should return to the National Assembly, the place for addressing people's livelihoods, instead of engaging in street protests."
Han also introduced youth-related policies being pursued by the party ahead of 'Youth Day' on September 19. He emphasized, "We are preparing a youth housing welfare plan aimed for announcement before Chuseok, ensuring that young people do not have to mortgage their futures due to housing concerns." He also promised the passage of the youth future savings budget and the establishment of support systems for work-life balance, including a three-part support package for spouses.
Meanwhile, Kwon Chil-seung, the policy committee chair, stressed the importance of managing 'grocery prices' ahead of Chuseok. He urged the government to ensure that the public's grocery baskets are filled with peace of mind rather than worry, and called for strict measures against price gouging and collusion that may occur during the holiday season.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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