Minsaengdang's Kim Jeonghwa: "Thorough Reflection on Election Defeat... Will Walk Again for 'Real Politics'"

“Ruling Party, Absolute Power is Absolute Corruption”
“Tonghapdang Can Never Be an Alternative”
“Voices Wishing for New Politics Will Grow Louder”

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] Kim Jeong-hwa, leader of the Minsaeng Party, announced on the 28th, "I am stepping down from the position of party leader as of today," and added, "I once again apologize for failing to prevent the election defeat as the party leader."

At a farewell press conference held at the National Assembly Communication Office on the same day, Leader Kim said, "The Minsaeng Party is a precious pragmatic party created directly by fellow citizens, but it was lacking in many aspects," and continued, "We failed to break away from factionalism and old-fashioned politics, and were insufficient in political reforms for the livelihood of the people. I believe this was the fundamental reason we were not chosen in this general election. I will thoroughly reflect on this, starting with myself."

Leader Kim pointed out, "Through this general election, the two-party system has become even more solidified. The ruling party now enjoys the full expectations of fellow citizens, but absolute power inevitably leads to absolute corruption," and added, "But can the main opposition party be an alternative? The United Future Party, which has already been judged by history, can never be an alternative."

Leader Kim emphasized, "The voice of the public longing for new politics and alternative parties will grow louder," and said, "We must strengthen ourselves even more for this moment. Wherever and whenever the livelihood of the people is threatened, we must rush to present pragmatic politics and reformist alternatives."

Leader Kim concluded, "I will walk again on the one true path of politics for the benefit of fellow citizens," and asked, "Please send much encouragement and support to the newly reborn Minsaeng Party."

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