Lee Jeong-hee, Gwangju Dongnam-gap Preliminary Candidate for General Election, Declares Withdrawal

"Prevent Community Division and Yield to Young and Talented Individuals"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Lee Jeonghee, a preliminary candidate from the Democratic Party of Korea who challenged the Gwangju Metropolitan City Dongnam (Gap) National Assembly election, has announced her withdrawal from the race.

On the 31st, the preliminary candidate stated in a press release, "I am withdrawing my candidacy for the noble cause of the success of the Moon Jae-in administration and the reestablishment of the regime, as well as to prevent division within the local community and to support young and talented individuals."

She said, "The upcoming April 15 general election is an absolute mission for Gwangju and Honam to ensure the reestablishment of the regime," adding, "My decision to run in this election was not simply out of personal ambition for a National Assembly seat, but to contribute to the reestablishment of the regime and to promote regional economic development through fostering new energy industries based on my experience working at KEPCO."

She continued, "For the reestablishment of the regime and reformative candidate selection, pro-Moon figures are generally sacrificing themselves and refraining from taking the forefront," and explained, "As someone who has been aligned with the Moon Jae-in administration, I have also decided to withdraw my candidacy for the noble cause of the success of the Moon Jae-in administration, the reestablishment of the regime, and to prevent division within the local community while supporting young and talented individuals."

She added, "I deeply apologize for disappointing many people, but I hope you understand that this decision was made after much anguish and deliberation."

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