Minju, "Taeyoungho and Jiseongho Stir Unfounded Anxiety and Fear... Must Apologize and Reflect"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Wondara] The Democratic Party of Korea has called for an apology and reflection from Tae Young-ho, the elected member of the Future United Party, and Ji Seong-ho, the elected member of the Future Korea Party, for raising rumors about the health condition of North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un.

Jung Chun-sook, the Democratic Party floor spokesperson, said in an oral statement on the 3rd, "They should apologize and show an attitude of reflection for making baseless claims."

Spokesperson Jung criticized, "Even though the facts have been confirmed by North Korean media, they are trying to fit their claims again," adding, "They do not understand how serious a public figure's words are."

Park Chan-dae, another floor spokesperson, also criticized on his Facebook, "Tae Young-ho and Ji Seong-ho are notable figures. But for Kim Jong-un himself to come out and drink water, really," and said, "When the 21st National Assembly begins, please stop the endless meaningless remarks."

Assemblyman Kang Byung-won also pointed out on his Facebook, "The government repeatedly stated based on reliable information that these are baseless imaginations," and added, "Nevertheless, they stirred public anxiety and fear by mentioning '99% death' and 'unable to walk'."

He continued, "It is petty vanity that is the main culprit endangering national security," urging, "Deeply feel ashamed and reflect on the act of exploiting the uncertainty and crisis on the Korean Peninsula for personal gain."

Meanwhile, on the previous day, elected member Tae posted on his Facebook, "As a result, it seems my analysis was somewhat off," and questioned, "But was there really nothing wrong with Kim Jong-un's health over the past 20 days?"

He added, "My curiosity comes from the vehicle that appeared behind Kim Jong-un in the photos released by North Korea," and explained, "When his father Kim Jong-il suffered a stroke in 2008, he had difficulty walking even short distances and used a vehicle during on-site inspections. My doubts have not been completely erased."

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