Seobumsoo: "Handonghoon-style Mrs. Kim response method worked in Geumjeong and Ganghwa"

Seobeomsoo "Handonghun wouldn't do this just to save himself"
Handonghun "Even if ugly truths emerge, the facts will be clarified"

Seo Beom-su, Secretary General of the People Power Party, analyzed that Representative Han Dong-hoon's 'different approach' in responding to First Lady Kim Geon-hee influenced the victory in the by-elections.

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On the 17th, Seo met with reporters at the National Assembly and said, "I believe the victory in the election ultimately belongs to Representative Han," adding, "If Representative Han had gone to the electoral district and made claims aligned with the current Presidential Office, it would not have worked. The fact that he argued differently was effective." He continued, "The public sees it as an urgent task to resolve internal instability rather than constantly criticizing the opposition," emphasizing, "In the recent Geumjeong District Office election, Representative Han's involvement, including mentioning First Lady Kim, was effective."

Seo also said, "There are criticisms about why Representative Han's approval ratings are falling and why he cannot regain momentum or make bold statements," but added, "The public is still watching. If he fails to overcome the difficult situation after some time, people will say, 'You're the same as the others,' but if he achieves results, he can demonstrate even greater capabilities." When asked if Representative Han might take a more proactive stance starting with the by-elections, he replied, "He probably will."

Seo explained that Representative Han's demands for personnel reshuffles and changes related to First Lady Kim at the Presidential Office are for the benefit of both the Presidential Office and the ruling party. He said, "Representative Han is not doing this just to save himself. He wants to save everyone together," adding, "The President's approval rating is falling, and so is our party's. Should we continue riding this trend? That would mean everyone is doomed. What the public wants is for us to meet their expectations."

At the Supreme Council meeting that day, Representative Han said, "Regardless of the truth, even if shameful or ugly aspects are revealed, we will investigate the facts. The party will be reborn." This is interpreted as an intention to further intensify pressure for reform on the Presidential Office and First Lady Kim following the election victory.

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