Opposition Congratulates Song Young-gil Administration but Worries About Supreme Council Members' Discord

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The People Power Party expressed congratulations mixed with 'concern' regarding the launch of the new leadership under Song Young-gil, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea.

On the 3rd, Bae Jun-young, spokesperson for the People Power Party, stated, "We sincerely congratulate Song Young-gil, the Supreme Council member of the Democratic Party, and the new leadership team on their inauguration." Spokesperson Bae added, "If Leader Song prioritizes the 'change,' 'communication,' and 'public sentiment' he emphasized during the election process and seeks to cooperate with the opposition, the People Power Party has no reason to refuse. Since 'change' begins on the solid foundation of thorough reflection on the past, the Democratic Party must first correct the 'anti-democratic' and 'anti-people's livelihood' policies that it has recklessly pursued while running wild."

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He continued, "A comprehensive review should start with the 25 failed real estate policies including the '2.4 Real Estate Policy,' the 'Income-led Growth Policy' that caused the disappearance of 1.95 million full-time jobs, and the 'complete prosecution reform' that led to distrust in the judicial system."

Spokesperson Bae emphasized, "The principle of establishing a National Assembly that exercises checks and balances through the separation of powers, rather than being a rubber stamp for a faltering regime, must also be declared," adding, "We will watch closely to see if Leader Song's statement that 'the cabinet should execute what the party decides' will be consistent in both word and action."

Furthermore, he expressed concern, saying, "Unlike a leader who champions reform, some pro-Moon conservative Supreme Council members are expected to cause friction." Spokesperson Bae remarked, "Whether the Democratic Party's ship will sail smoothly or head for the mountains remains to be seen," and urged, "Please demonstrate your sincerity for parliamentary normalization and cooperation through actions."

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