PPP: "Single or Priority Nomination Considered if Candidate's Approval Rating Is Significantly Higher"

The People Power Party announced that it will actively consider single-candidate recommendations and priority nominations for candidates whose individual approval ratings are significantly higher than the party's approval ratings in relation to nominations for the June 3 local elections.

Lee Junghyun, Chairman of the People Power Party Nomination Management Committee. Photo by Huh Younghan

On March 7, Jung Hyun Lee, Chair of the People Power Party Nomination Management Committee, stated on Facebook, "We will actively consider single-candidate recommendations or priority nominations for candidates whose individual approval ratings are markedly higher than the party's, or for those whose achievements and performance during their tenure have been clearly demonstrated and verified by local residents."

He added, "This round of nominations will be based, above all, on competitiveness and capability."

Chair Lee further explained, "Taking into account the overall political landscape and election environment in each region, we may also consider strategic priority nominations for areas where the party is weak, regions of strategic importance, or places where new approaches are needed for the party's future."

He continued, "Conversely, in regions with many applicants, we will select the most competitive candidate through intense competition," emphasizing, "This nomination process is not for the benefit of any individual or faction, but solely to serve the people and to win the election."

He also stressed, "While there may be various opinions and discussions within the party ahead of the local elections, this process must not appear to the public as division or conflict."

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