Hwang Kyo-ahn Condemns LH Scandal as "Shameless Politics... 'Korea Land Speculation Corporation'"

Former Future United Party (now People Power Party) leader Hwang Kyo-ahn attending the trial related to the 20th National Assembly fast-track (rapid processing agenda) clash held at the Seoul Southern District Court in September last year.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Jumi Lee] Hwang Kyo-ahn, former leader of the United Future Party (now the People Power Party), has set the wheels in motion for his political comeback, stating that he will "return to the people."

On the 10th, Hwang posted on his Facebook, saying, "We must end the 'politics of barbarism.' The 'hour of the wolf and the dog' has passed."

In the post, Hwang strongly criticized the Moon Jae-in administration. He claimed, "We mistakenly trusted them as 'loyal dogs' and entrusted them with the flock," adding, "They concealed their true nature and, together with neighboring wolves, plundered our safety and property." He also pointed out, "The corrupt powers shamelessly damaged the Constitution of the Republic of Korea and the common sense of the people," and criticized that "by allowing 'Moonjuism,' we lost democracy."

In particular, Hwang referred to the 'Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) employees' real estate speculation scandal,' stating, "Shameless politicians have turned the Korea Land and Housing Corporation into the 'Korea Land Speculation Corporation.'"

He continued, "Public officials who should not even tie their gat strings under the plum tree pretended to tie them while stealing the plums," and added, "It is impossible to expect the lower streams to be clean when the upper streams are polluted."

Hwang emphasized, "The upcoming April 7 by-elections are the last chance," urging, "We must all unite to stop the tyranny of this administration."

He further stated, "Though my strength is limited, I will rise first. I will return 'to the people,' share the public outrage against the Moon Jae-in administration, and keep the flame of hope alive," adding, "Though I start alone and in solitude now, I hope that sincerity will resonate and together with the people, we can drive out the wolves."

Earlier, on the 4th, Hwang had already hinted at his political return, saying, "I cannot remain idle like this. Though my power is small, I thought I should contribute."

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