Won Hee-ryong "Conservative Rally on Gaecheonjeol? It Should Obviously Be Banned"

On July 28th, at the 385th extraordinary session of the Jeju Provincial Council, Jeju Governor Won Hee-ryong is responding to urgent questions from council members. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Seulgi Kim] Amid the spread of posts within online communities, mainly from the conservative camp, about holding another rally on Gacheonjeol (National Foundation Day) next month on the 3rd, Jeju Governor Won Hee-ryong criticized, saying on the 3rd, "Of course, the rally should be banned."

In an interview with YTN Radio's 'Start New Morning' on the same day, Governor Won said, "What kind of country are people threatening the safety of the public talking about? It doesn't make sense."

He added, "Before political expression, isn't the safety of the people and consideration for others the basic principle of democratic citizens?" He pointed out, "What kind of love or country are people threatening the safety of the public with COVID-19 talking about?"

He continued, "If they truly care about the country, they should not disrupt quarantine efforts, even if they cannot set an example. I believe it must be strongly prohibited."

Meanwhile, regarding the second round of disaster relief funds being discussed in the political sphere, he explained, "(Jeju Province) has already provided 100,000 won per resident this August," and added, "We expect to complete early payments to all residents before the Chuseok holiday in September."

Governor Won said, "From the time the first relief fund was distributed, we planned to provide a second round two to three months later if COVID-19 continued, and we are now executing that plan."

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