Yoo Seung-min Camp: "Yoon Seok-yeol, Who Went Silent, Has He Returned to Relay Politics?"

"Why Did You Run for President If You Fear Public Communication?"

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The campaign team of former lawmaker Yoo Seung-min, a presidential candidate from the People Power Party, has criticized former Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl for refraining from public activities. They claim he is reverting to a style of politics based on hearsay.

Yoon Seok-yeol, the presidential pre-candidate of the People Power Party, visited the National Seoul National Cemetery in Dongjak-gu, Seoul, on the 18th, the 12th anniversary of the death of former President Kim Dae-jung, and paid respects at the grave of former President Kim.
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On the 20th, Lee Gi-in, spokesperson for Yoo's campaign, said, "Since returning from his summer vacation in early August, former Prosecutor General Yoon has hardly been seen," adding, "He used to be involved in a controversy every day, but now he is avoiding the media, canceling debates, and going into hiding." He continued, "I hope this is not true, but there are even reports that he is considering not attending the vision presentation meeting," and criticized, "Is he going back to politics based on hearsay and photo ops?"

The spokesperson stated, "If he wants to become president, he should communicate with the people and explain why he wants to be president," adding, "He must reveal his philosophy and policy directions on issues that voters are curious about. Only then can they make the right choice for the future."

He pointed out, "If he is afraid of communicating with the public through the media and afraid of debates, then why did he run for president?" and criticized, "A president who avoids questions and press conferences has been enough until now."

In fact, former Prosecutor General Yoon has hardly made any public appearances since his vacation and self-quarantine due to COVID-19. Analysts suggest that behind this behavior, preparations such as internal camp reorganization and strengthening policy capabilities are underway.

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