Yong Hye-in: "Political Sphere Sexual Violence Commentary... At Least They Should Know What Shame Is"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jeon Jinyoung] On the 26th, Yong Hyein, a member of the Basic Income Party, criticized the Justice Party in response to the remarks from ruling and opposition parties regarding the sexual violence case involving former Justice Party leader Kim Jongcheol, saying, “I could not even begin to understand Representative Jang’s feelings,” and added, “At the very least, they should know what shame is.”

In a statement released that afternoon, Representative Yong said, “I want to convey words of solidarity and support to Representative Jang with the deepest voice of my heart. I will also reflect on the weight of the questions she has raised to society and stand in solidarity with her.”

Meanwhile, addressing the ruling and opposition parties that expressed their stance on the incident using words such as “shock and outrage,” she emphasized, “I express not only dismay but full-bodied anger at the so-called ‘politicians’ who issue such comments with obvious violent intent, so easily and swiftly.”

She pointed out, “Regarding the ongoing sexual violence cases within the political sphere, there are numerous remarks dividing responsibility between progressives and conservatives, each claiming the other bears greater blame. This is evidence that Korean politics has still failed to face the cries of female citizens at Gangnam Station and Hyehwa Station, as well as the monthly allegations of sexual harassment raised by various parties.”

She added, “Self-reflection and introspection are words that can only be uttered by those who at least know what shame is,” and concluded, “Once again, I send words of solidarity and support to Representative Jang, who raised her voice to correct the problem despite the anger, pain, and the secondary harm she will face.”

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