Yun Hojung on Controversy Over Ideology and LGBTQ Remarks: "No Need to Apologize"

"Disagree with Making It an Election Issue... Regret If Parties Involved Felt Discomfort"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] Yoon Ho-jung, Secretary General of the Democratic Party of Korea, stated on the 22nd regarding the controversy over ideological and LGBTQ remarks, "I don't think it's something I need to apologize for."

At a press conference held at the National Assembly that day, Secretary General Yoon said, "I want to ask that my remarks not be interpreted as denying the rights of people with certain ideologies or LGBTQ individuals, or as disparaging comments."

Secretary General Yoon said, "I believe that every citizen of our country has sufficient qualifications to have their rights and human rights respected. No one should be discriminated against or deprived of their rights for any reason," adding, "However, I do not agree with making this issue an election topic in this election."

He also said, "If the parties involved felt discomfort from my words, I express my regret regarding that part."

Earlier, on the 17th, Yoon sparked controversy by saying in relation to the formation of a proportional representation coalition party, "I judge that it is difficult to form a coalition with parties that could cause unnecessary and wasteful debates on ideological issues or LGBTQ issues."

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