Park Jiwon Sets Record with 100th 'Geumgwiwollae Season 2': "A Promise Is the Life of a Politician"

Weekly Visits to Constituency Since the Election—Not Missing a Single Week
Building Communication with Haenam, Wando, and Jindo Residents
Promises "208 Visits" During His Term

"Park Jiwon gets things done. Park Jiwon keeps his promises."

Park Jiwon, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea representing Haenam, Wando, and Jindo in South Jeolla Province, achieved a remarkable milestone on March 6 by reaching the 100th episode of his signature communication brand, 'Geumgwiwollae (金歸月來)' Season 2. This accomplishment is the result of visiting his constituency every week without a single absence since being elected in the April 10, 2024 general election.

On this day, at 7:30 a.m., Assemblyman Park attended a breakfast gathering at a restaurant in Haenam, South Jeolla Province, to commemorate the 100th milestone alongside Haenam County Governor Myung Hyun-gwan, Wando County Governor Shin Woo-cheol, County Council Chairs Lee Seong-ok and Kim Yang-hoon, as well as about 60 provincial council members and party officials.

Member of Parliament Jiwon Park has achieved the 100th episode milestone of "Geumgwiyeollae (金歸月來)" Season 2. Photo by Park Jiwon's Office

'Geumgwiwollae' refers to the schedule of traveling down to the constituency on Friday, spending the weekend there, and returning to the National Assembly on Monday. This practice embodies Assemblyman Park's unique political philosophy and communication style, inheriting the 'field-oriented politics' emphasized by the late former President Kim Dae-jung (DJ).

During the breakfast, Assemblyman Park remarked, "I wanted to once again prove to the people and the residents of Haenam, Wando, and Jindo that a politician can keep his promises." He added, "Although it is a grueling routine—going to bed at 2 a.m. and waking up at 6 a.m.—listening to the voices of local residents is the true essence of politics," expressing his thoughts on reaching the 100th episode.

In fact, Assemblyman Park’s schedule is nothing short of extraordinary. After finishing his schedule in Seoul late at night, he immediately traveled to Haenam, and from early in the morning attended an on-site Supreme Council meeting in Yeonggwang, maintaining a relentless pace. Even his aides are said to be amazed by the intensity of his schedule.

Congressman Jiwon Park celebrated the 100th session achievement together with about 60 local county governors, county council chairs, provincial council members, and party officials. Photo provided by Jiwon Park's office

The warm welcome from his constituency was equally remarkable. Even past midnight, party officials from all three counties visited his home in Haenam, bringing 100 roses to offer their congratulations. Junior politicians from the Mokpo area also praised his dedication, calling him a 'role model in the political arena.'

Assemblyman Park expressed his strong determination to complete all 208 'Geumgwiwollae' visits during the 22nd National Assembly term.

He emphasized, "All Democratic Party members, together with Leader Lee Jae-myung, are dedicating themselves wholeheartedly to achieving a change of government. I will continue communicating with my constituents throughout the remainder of my term and prove through my actions that 'Park Jiwon gets things done.'"

Meanwhile, later that afternoon, Assemblyman Park plans to attend the book launch event for Senior Advisor Kwon Nokap at the National Assembly in Yeouido, Seoul, before returning once again to Haenam to continue his busy weekend schedule in his constituency.

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