Yoon Seok-yeol "Cannot Watch Justice and Common Sense Collapse" Abrupt Resignation
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[Asia Economy Reporter Baek Kyunghwan] Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-yeol abruptly announced his resignation on the 4th.
At 2 p.m. that day, Yoon stated in front of the Supreme Prosecutors' Office building, "My role in the prosecution ends here," and added, "I intend to resign from the position of Prosecutor General today."
He said, "The constitutional spirit and the rule of law system that have upheld this country are being destroyed," and "The damage will directly affect the people."
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He also said, "My work in the prosecution ends here." Yoon added, "However, just as I have done so far, I will continue to do my best to protect liberal democracy and the people, no matter what position I hold in the future," and expressed gratitude to those who supported and encouraged him as well as those who offered sharp criticism.
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