Lee Jae-myung: "More Conservative Colors... People Doubt Fairness of Moon Administration" (Comprehensive)

Lee: "Democratic Party Closer to Centrist Conservatives than Progressive Parties"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jang Sehee] Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea, stated, "If you consider the total volume, whether there are more progressive colors or conservative colors, there are more conservative colors."

On the afternoon of the 25th, Lee appeared on Yonhap News TV's 'Markmen's Chat' and said, "I joked that I am a progressive, a shortened term for a true conservative."

He continued, "In reality, it is difficult to say that the Democratic Party is a progressive party," adding, "At most, it is center-left, and in my view, it is closer to center-right."

Regarding his evaluation of President Moon Jae-in, Lee said, "Among past presidents, there has never been a case where the president, family, or close aides were free from scandals, but the only exception is President Moon," and added, "He does not do bad things and practices clean administration. This is what the people have recognized."

However, he said, "The public has some doubts about fairness due to a few incidents."

He also emphasized that he is pro-business. He said, "Those who do not interact with me directly or do not know me well suspect that I am anti-business, pro-labor, or anti-market," and added, "Creating a free environment for businesses is truly important."

He further explained, "Through regulatory shifts and large-scale investments, I want to take the path where businesses and industries grow, jobs are created, and the economy develops."

He said, "Businesspeople on the ground consider me pro-business, but those who do not know me well misunderstand," and added, "I want to gain popularity and votes from small and medium-sized business owners."

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