Hong Junpyo: "Obstinate Politics in One's Later Years Makes Both Party and Country Suffer"

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[Asia Economy, reporter Lim Chunhan] On January 12, former Liberty Korea Party leader Hong Junpyo stated, "Obstinate politics in one's later years not only undermines a lifetime of achievements but also makes things difficult for both the party and the country. As we grow older, the thing we must be most wary of is precisely obstinate politics."

On Facebook that day, former leader Hong said, "The most brilliant era in the history of Korean politics was the so-called 'Three Kims era.' Entering politics at its peak, I learned integrity from former President Kim Youngsam (YS), tolerance from former President Kim Daejung (DJ), and insight from former Prime Minister Kim Jongpil (JP)."

He continued, "Among the three, two became president, but only JP remained the eternal second-in-command, leaving behind the words that politics is a futile pursuit. Even JP, a politician known for his composure, romanticism, and insight, was ultimately seized by the obstinacy of old age in his final years, resulting in a less than graceful retirement."

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