Kyungsillyeon: "Yoon Mi-hyang Avoids Responsibility with Pro-Japanese Frame... Must Clarify Suspicions and Take Responsibility"

"After the Opening of the 21st National Assembly, Members of Parliament Should Not Hide Behind Privileges of Their Status"

Grandmother Lee Yong-soo and former Justice Memory Solidarity representative Yoon Mee-hyang [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Suwan] Amid ongoing allegations of accounting fraud and shelter operation suspicions surrounding the Justice and Memory Solidarity (Jeonguiyeokyeondae), the Citizens' Coalition for Economic Justice (CCEJ) criticized Yoon Mee-hyang, the elected member of the Democratic Party of Korea, and demanded an explanation.

On the 27th, CCEJ issued a statement asserting, "Elected member Yoon Mee-hyang must honestly clarify the pouring allegations and take responsibility if there are any wrongdoings."

They continued, "Since the press conference held by Grandmother Lee Yong-soo on the 7th, Yoon has failed to actively and clearly explain the corruption allegations raised against her, thereby damaging the identity of Jeonguiyeokyeondae and the legitimacy of its movement. Citizens who voluntarily supported and sponsored the movement now feel a sense of self-disgust, and the morality and credibility of civil society organizations have also been disparaged," criticizing her.

Furthermore, they stated, "Yoon has avoided the allegations by relying on a pro-Japanese frame or factional logic, which has increased distrust and amplified suspicions. Regardless of the truth, Yoon’s explanations so far are difficult to recognize as those conducted by the leadership of a responsible organization," they pointed out.

Regarding the fact that Yoon will gain parliamentary immunity with the opening of the 21st National Assembly on the 30th, they emphasized, "If Yoon intends to hide behind privileges as a member of the 21st National Assembly after its opening, she must abandon such thoughts. Even if she maintains her status as a member of the National Assembly, Yoon, who has already lost legitimacy as a representative of the people, will have no place to contribute to resolving the comfort women issue."

Finally, CCEJ added, "Only by clearly explaining all allegations and taking responsible actions can Yoon repay the support of the people."

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