"Change Bong Tae-gyu's Badge"... Lawmaker Sends Open Letter to 'Penthouse 2'

Independent Lawmaker Yongho Lee Sends Letter to 'Penthouse 2' Production Team
"Parliament Badge Too Realistic"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-ju] Independent lawmaker Lee Yong-ho, representing the constituencies of Namwon, Imsil, and Sunchang in Jeonbuk, sent an open letter to the production team of the popular SBS drama 'Penthouse 2,' criticizing that "the drama has crossed the limits of satire and ridicule."

According to Lee's letter, regarding the character Lee Gyu-jin, a member of the National Assembly played by actor Bong Tae-gyu, he wrote, "Although it is just a drama, I feel it has gone beyond sharp satire and crossed the boundary into ridicule." However, Lee also acknowledged, "In fact, our politics not only fails to satisfy the people but also often causes them to frown."

Nevertheless, Lee appealed, "This drama reflects reality like a mirror and enhances the effect of satire, and I was particularly drawn to the National Assembly badge. It was so identical to the badge I possess that I wondered how they obtained it," adding, "Because of this realism and plausibility, I worry that political distrust in our society may deepen further."

Lee stated, "While the work reflects reality, it is also necessary to consider that people often view reality through the lens of the work," and criticized, "I respect freedom of expression, but if political distrust deepens, the damage inevitably falls directly on the people."

He then requested, "Please dilute the realism just a little so that viewers can take a step back. Even if the details are not exactly the same as reality, the drama can still achieve its intended effect."

Finally, Lee emphasized, "I will also strive so that the public can know that there are lawmakers who work diligently and cleanly," and added, "I will work hard so that our politics can quickly regain trust and offer hope to the people."

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