Lee Jae-myung "Decision Made on Running for Party Leader... Will Announce Position Soon"

"Democratic Party Must Create a Better Life for the People"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jun-yi] Lee Jae-myung, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea, has decided whether to run and said he would announce his position soon. It is reported that Lee will declare his candidacy on the 17th.

On the 14th, Lee met with reporters at the National Assembly and, when asked if he had firmly decided to run, said, "After listening to many people's opinions and considering various thoughts, I have come to a conclusion in my heart, so I will officially announce my position as soon as possible."

When asked, "What aspects of the Democratic Party do you think need reform?" he replied, "The livelihood of the people is becoming difficult, and the suffering of the citizens is severe. I have come to think that politics and our Democratic Party must create a better life and a safer life without suffering for the people," adding, "That is probably the most important role of politics."

Regarding demands within the party not to run, he said, "Originally, a party is a place where diverse people gather, and differences in opinion are respected. Diversity is the essence of a party, so I believe differences in opinion can become a new source of synergy."

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