Kim Min-seok Announces Candidacy for Democratic Party Leader... "I Will Revive the Democratic Party"

"Prioritizing Livelihood Recovery While Advancing Power Reform and Political Innovation"

Kim Min-seok, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea, is holding a press conference to announce his candidacy for party leader at the National Assembly Communication Office on the 5th. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] Kim Min-seok, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea, declared on the 5th that he will run for the party leader election at the party convention.

At a press conference held at the National Assembly on the same day, Rep. Kim said, "I am running for the Democratic Party leader," and promised, "I will revive the values, morality, and attitude that are true to the Democratic Party."

He stated, "I will reform the convenience-oriented approach that sacrifices the big for the small," and declared, "I will build a strong opposition party that checks the government's failures and prepares for victory in the general election and regime change."

Rep. Kim announced, "I will prioritize restoring people's livelihoods by implementing measures such as reducing the oil tax, introducing a Korean-style 10,000 won transportation pass, and adjusting income tax for those earning under 88 million won, while promoting power reform and political innovation."

He said, "I will be the most prepared party leader equipped with identity, detachment from factions, unifying power, successful experience, and innovative strategies," adding, "Since I know the party's roots best, I have the calling and mission to rebuild it fundamentally."

Rep. Kim stated, "I will revive the Democratic Party as a mature leader who reflects, gains insight, and unites."

He appealed, "Please gather the spirit of 'I am the Democratic Party'."

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