President Moon: "We Must Create a World Where We Can Wait for Slow People"

"'Subway Protest' Lee Hyung-sook's Apology Resonates Deeply"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] On the 20th, President Moon Jae-in marked Disability Day by stating, "We must create a world that can wait for slow people."

President Moon said through social networking services (SNS), "We must blame our own indifference for not being more considerate of the mobility rights of people with disabilities."

He added, "Disability activist Lee Hyung-sook's apology, saying 'I am sorry that the speed of people with disabilities is only this much,' deeply touched my heart. On this 42nd Disability Day, I hope we all reflect on our mobility rights and Lee Hyung-sook's apology."

The remark quoted by President Moon was made by activist Lee Hyung-sook during a 'subway protest.'

President Moon emphasized, "During the Joseon Dynasty, deaf government officials Moon Deok-su and Yoo Su-won held various official positions and played important roles in state affairs. Visually impaired people belonged to the world's first disability organization, 'Myeongtongsi,' which was responsible for bringing good fortune to the nation and blessings to the people," adding, "Even in the Joseon era, there was a tradition of respecting the capabilities and rights of people with disabilities."

He also highlighted that the Moon administration doubled the disability budget, abolished the disability grading system for the first time in 31 years, and made many efforts over five years to establish a comprehensive support system centered on people with disabilities.

President Moon said, "We each live life at our own pace. Some reach the prime of their lives faster than others, while some grow slowly and create their own world," and added, "I hope that companionship beyond prejudice becomes the life of all of us."

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