[Hampyeong County Governor By-election] Elected Candidate Lee Sang-ik: "I Will Repay with Citizen-Centered Politics"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] In the by-election for the mayor of Hampyeong County, Jeollanam-do, held alongside the 21st National Assembly election, Lee Sang-ik, the candidate from the Democratic Party of Korea, comfortably defeated Jeong Cheol-hee, former chairman of the Hampyeong County Council, and was elected.

Lee Sang-ik stated, "This Hampyeong mayoral by-election was a solemn mandate from the residents to revive the Hampyeong economy in crisis and to protect the Hampyeong land that is on the verge of disappearing," adding, "My victory is not only a victory for the Democratic Party of Korea but also a victory for the people of Hampyeong."

He continued, "Honoring this solemn will, I will focus on revitalizing the Hampyeong economy, establishing a growth foundation, and securing active support from the central government," emphasizing, "I will make Hampyeong a happy and livable place for all residents."

He also said, "Based on my experience as an agricultural management expert, I will do my best to create a Hampyeong where farmers can prosper, a Hampyeong that is a stay-type tourist destination, a Hampyeong that is good for raising children, and a Hampyeong where socially vulnerable groups are happy," promising, "I will strive to be recognized as a successful mayor through leadership based on communication and innovation."

◇ The path walked by Lee Sang-ik, elected mayor of Hampyeong County, Jeollanam-do

= Graduated from Hampyeong Agricultural High School

= Bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare from Chodang University

= Vice Chairman of the Democratic Party of Korea Jeollanam-do Provincial Party

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