Jin Joong-kwon on Park Ju-min Running for Party Leader: "He Actually Has a Desire for Power"

Former Dongyang University Professor Jin Joong-kwon. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Seung-gon, Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] Park Ju-min, Supreme Council Member of the Democratic Party of Korea, announced his intention to run for the next party leader election, while on the 21st, former Dongyang University professor Jin Joong-kwon criticized him, saying, "He sure has a lust for power."

Former Professor Jin wrote on his Facebook that day, "Hypocrite. With 176 seats and the power of Moon supporters, he will just push through. (That's what it means)," expressing his criticism.

Earlier, Supreme Council Member Park announced his intention to run for the party leader election at a press conference held at the National Assembly that day. He said, "I will create a fearless party that moves forward with the people. Despite being still considered young within the party, I throw my hat in the ring with the hope that my challenge can bring great change together with party members and the people."

He added, "The people gave us 176 seats to engage in dialogue and persuasion, but the current state of the party is not present on the ground and fails to boldly communicate with the people," emphasizing, "To create a structure suitable for social dialogue, I will establish a new communication channel where everyone can participate."

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