Hong Jun-pyo Launches '2030 Youth Platform' "No Participation in Corrupt Presidential Election"

Hong Jun-pyo, a member of the People Power Party, is giving a greeting at the JP Hope Camp closing ceremony held on the 8th at BNB Tower in Yeouido, Seoul. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunju Lee] On the 12th, Hong Joon-pyo, a member of the People Power Party, reiterated, "I will empty it again and go out to the square for the youth," emphasizing, "I will not participate in a corrupt and dishonest presidential election."

On the same day, Hong posted on his Facebook, announcing that the youth platform 'Cheongnyeon-ui Kkum' (Youth's Dream) will be unveiled on the 14th, and made these remarks.

During the People Power Party's presidential primary, Hong received significant support from men in their 20s and 30s. He said, "Among many corners, I will only enter the youth counseling corner to listen to the youth's anguish, worries, and anxieties about the future," adding, "The rest will be made into a space of conviction and freedom where people can freely socialize, play, entertain, and enjoy regardless of political factions."

Furthermore, he expressed that he will not participate in the election campaign committees supporting Yoon Seok-yeol, the People Power Party's presidential candidate. He defines this presidential election as a corrupt and dishonest one and draws a line against joining the campaign committee. Therefore, some interpret that Hong intends to form a new political force. Former emergency committee chairman Kim Jong-in appeared on a CBS radio show that day and dismissed the possibility of Hong's non-participation in the campaign committee, saying, "Just because one person is there doesn't mean the 2030 generation will follow. It's better not to worry too much."

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