Ha Seung-chang, Former Blue House Senior Secretary, "Decided to Run in General Election... Committed to the Success of Moon Administration"

Ha Seung-chang, former Senior Secretary for Social Innovation at the Blue House. Photo by Yonhap News.

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Heo Midam] Ha Seung-chang, former Senior Secretary for Social Innovation at the Blue House, has declared his candidacy for the 21st general election.

On the 6th, Ha posted on his Facebook, "Amid discussions telling former Blue House officials or the 586 generation not to run or to step down, I could not help but contemplate," adding, "Nevertheless, I judged that there are essential tasks to be done for the country and neighbors in the legislature, and I ultimately decided to run."

He stated, "The success of the Moon Jae-in administration does not mean the success of a single party or faction but signifies our country's successful response to the changing demands of the times," and expressed his determination, "Through this candidacy, I will do my best to achieve the success of the Moon Jae-in administration for changes in our lives."

He continued, "I intend to contribute to taking a step forward toward a society where we can live better lives through policy and legislative activities aimed at solving social challenges that have not yet been fully discussed."

Ha emphasized, "The success of the Moon Jae-in administration does not mean the success of a government serving a five-year term," adding, "The changes brought by digitalization require a fundamental shift in the era. Moreover, the Moon Jae-in administration must at least properly lay the foundation for that transition."

He also expressed confidence, saying, "I have extensive experience in civil society and the necessary experience in social innovation, citizen participation, and cooperation for change," and "Leading cooperation between civil society and administration that challenges new social agendas is not mere rhetoric about public-private cooperation but a change in the government's way of working and paradigm. I believe I can play that role through legislative work in the National Assembly and party policies."

Ha concluded, "Above all, I want to lay the groundwork for the lives and politics of future generations in the National Assembly," and added, "I believe our future lies in creating a society and space where young people are given the 'opportunity' to challenge, which is currently not even provided."

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