People Power Party Leader Kim Ki-hyun Visits Archbishop Jeong Soon-taek... "Will Strive for Politics That Brings Hope to Neighbors"

Kim Ki-hyun, leader of the People Power Party, paid a courtesy visit to Archbishop Jeong Soon-taek of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul on the 18th.

Visiting the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul, Kim met with Archbishop Jeong and said, "In a time when the political sphere fails to show exemplary behavior, reconciliation, love, and peace resonate deeply in our hearts. I will reflect on the spirit of sacrifice and philanthropy demonstrated by Jesus."

Kim Ki-hyun, the leader of the People Power Party, is speaking at the second discussion meeting for the future of working youth of the People Power Party held at a cafe in Guro-gu, Seoul on the 13th. Photo by Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@

He continued, "Like all religions, Catholicism especially has shown a role in giving hope and light to the disadvantaged, the marginalized, and those in the shadows. We should emulate this hope-giving aspect in politics, but often it does not work out well. Nevertheless, I will strive to identify and follow the right direction."

Archbishop Jeong said, "I heard that there were large wildfires across the country, and that Leader Kim personally visited and took care of the affected sites. It would be good if you continue to put effort into caring for the people facing various difficulties."

He added, "Earlier, Pope Francis, in his Easter message, urged political leaders worldwide to 'work hard to practice politics that respects human rights and democratic principles while healing social wounds.' I think it is necessary to heed the Pope's words regardless of religion."

Since his meeting with Jinwoo Sunim, the head of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, in March, Leader Kim has continued to visit religious leaders. He plans to visit leaders of Protestantism, Won Buddhism, and others in due course. Present at the visit were Chief Spokesperson Kang Min-guk, Assemblyman Kim Sang-hoon, and Assemblywoman Yang Geum-hee.

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