Lee Nak-yeon "I Will Take Time for Reflection"

Lee Nak-yeon, Standing Election Committee Chairman of the Democratic Party of Korea, is greeting before holding a press conference to encourage voting for the April 7 by-elections at the National Assembly on the 7th. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Cheol-eung] Former Democratic Party leader and Standing Election Committee Chairman Lee Nak-yeon announced on the 8th that he will "take time for reflection."

On the same day, Lee posted on Facebook, "I solemnly accept the decision of the respected citizens. I humbly accept the public sentiment expressed through the April 7 by-elections."

He added, "We were lacking. We failed to properly understand the disappointment and anger of the people. We did not sufficiently consider the hardships in the lives of the citizens."

Lee said, "The responsibility is largely mine. As the first Prime Minister of the Moon Jae-in administration, Democratic Party leader, and election committee chairman, I was insufficient. I apologize to the party members, supporters, and all citizens."

He continued, "I will take time for reflection. I will calmly consider the future of the Republic of Korea and the Democratic Party, and meet the people at a humble place. The Democratic Party will also have time for reflection and reform."

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