Son Hye-won: "Open Democratic Party to Pursue Clearer Reforms... Party Convention on the 11th of Next Month"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyemin] Sohn Hye-won, Supreme Council Member of the Open Democratic Party, on the 19th, evaluated the outcome of the April 15 general election, in which the party secured three proportional representation seats, as "a meaningful achievement just over a month after the party's founding." She added, "We will pursue clearer and more rigorous reforms."

On the same day, Sohn posted on her Facebook under the name "Open Democratic Party Candidates and Party Officials," stating, "The Open Democratic Party is just beginning."

During the election period, she said, "Not only supporters but many citizens watched the Open Democratic Party with astonishment. The leadership, candidates, and party members united as one to open a new chapter in South Korean political history," and pledged, "We will not forget the principles of open politics and will push for clearer reforms and more rigorous innovations."

Sohn also stated, "We will reorganize the party structure promptly. Through the party convention scheduled for the 11th of next month, a new leadership will be formed," emphasizing, "Elected members will dedicate themselves to legislative activities, and other candidates will contribute through party activities by utilizing their respective expertise."

Meanwhile, the Open Democratic Party will hold a closed Supreme Council meeting at 4 p.m. at the party headquarters to discuss plans for reorganizing the party structure after the election.

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