Choo Mi-ae: "If Yoon Seok-yeol comes out, is it 'Thank you'? Supporting the poison of democracy"

Former Minister of Justice Choo Mi-ae, a presidential candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea. [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyun-joo] Former Minister of Justice and Democratic Party presidential candidate Chu Mi-ae criticized the 'Yunnattaeng (Thank you if Yoon Seok-yeol comes out)' claim circulating in some circles, calling it "a dangerous political judgment." Yunnattaeng is used to mean that it would be easier to compete if Yoon Seok-yeol, the People Power Party's presidential pre-candidate, runs in the election, so it is rather appreciated.

On the 9th, former Minister Chu appeared on the YouTube channel 'Open Democratic Party TV' and said, "Democratic Party strategists are deeply considering political calculations. Some believe that Yoon becoming the final candidate is advantageous for the Democratic Party."

Regarding judgments like 'Yunnattaeng,' she said, "It amounts to supporting and encouraging the poison of democracy. Drawing a line that it will not be tolerated must come first," and questioned, "If such a flawed candidate is considered advantageous, is there any guarantee that a second political prosecutor or political soldier will not emerge again?"

She also criticized the judiciary concerning the detention of Jeong Gyeong-sim, wife of former Minister of Justice Cho Kuk and a professor at Dongyang University. She pointed out, "There is resentment toward the judiciary for detaining her over a single certificate and denying bail despite complications, while turning a blind eye to Yoon's mother-in-law's embezzlement of tens of billions of won in government subsidies."

She added, "This atmosphere was created by the soft reform forces lowering their reform banners and being underestimated," and criticized, "Even if comrades fall, not supporting them and abandoning them only harms those left behind. It's all just talk."

Meanwhile, on the 9th, the court approved the bail application of Choi, Yoon's mother-in-law, who was indicted on charges of fraudulent receipt of nursing care benefits.

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