Hwang Kyo-ahn: "Baseless Lee Jae-myung, Defaming Cho Kuk... Even Gyeonggi Province Governor Is Excessive"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Seoyoung Kwon] Former Future United Party (predecessor of the People Power Party) leader Hwang Kyo-ahn criticized Gyeonggi Province Governor Lee Jae-myung.

Earlier, former leader Hwang, who declared his presidential candidacy, quoted Governor Lee Jae-myung's statement on his Facebook today (3rd), saying, "The Republic of Korea maintained its ruling system through collaboration between pro-Japanese forces and the U.S. occupation forces," and described it as "shocking."

Hwang criticized, "Governor Lee Jae-myung continues his brand of reckless remarks," adding, "He has gone beyond insulting his sister-in-law and is now making reckless remarks questioning the legitimacy of the Republic of Korea." He continued, "Lee's 'lack of roots' has reached the extent of disparaging not only his family but also the nation. That shame belongs entirely to the people."

He emphasized that in March he visited the 'Yi Yuk-sa Literature Museum' and decided to return to politics, saying, "There, I pledged to dedicate myself to rebuilding a great Republic of Korea while honoring Yi Yuk-sa, who laid the proud foundation of Korea and sacrificed himself." Hwang then pointed out, "I cannot understand how the same place can inspire such completely opposite thoughts," and criticized, "Is this a normal country where such a person is the most likely presidential candidate of the ruling party?"

Former leader Hwang claimed, "If by any chance Governor Lee becomes president, the Prime Minister's Office should prepare to welcome Prime Minister Kim Won-woong." He added, "The confirmation hearing will become a stage for reckless remarks," and "I worry about how much more this exhausted country will be ruined." He also stated, "It would be desirable for Lee to know when to stop and give up here for himself, his family, and the people," and criticized, "Even his current position as Gyeonggi Province governor is too much for him."

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