Choi Hyunduk Begins Official Campaign: "Honoring the Past and Opening the Future Through Democracy and Patriots"

Choi Hyunduk, Namyangju Mayoral Candidate, Begins First Official Schedule
Pays Tribute at Masuk Moran Park Cemetery for Pro-Democracy Activists
Pledges to Establish a 'Democracy and Human Rights Complex'
Promises to Create a Veterans' Park and Strengthen Honors

Choi Hyunduk, who has been confirmed as the Democratic Party candidate for mayor of Namyangju City, began his first official schedule with the initiative to 'Remember the past and prepare for the future.' By paying respects at the Masuk Moran Park cemetery for pro-democracy activists and holding a meeting with heads of veterans' organizations, Choi expressed his strong commitment to upholding democracy and honoring national patriots.

Choi Hyunduk, confirmed as the Democratic Party candidate for mayor of Namyangju City, embarked on his first official schedule with the theme of 'remembering the past and preparing for the future.' Photo by Choi Hyunduk

For his first official visit, Choi went to Masuk Moran Park, known as the 'sanctuary of democratization,' where more than 120 activists, including Jeon Taeil, are laid to rest. He reflected, "I was once again reminded of the importance of democracy through the experience of the December 3 Martial Law," adding, "The prosperity and happiness we enjoy today are great debts we owe to those resting here."

Choi also pledged to work with the Lee Jaemyung administration and Gyeonggi Province governor candidate Choo Mi-ae to establish a democracy and human rights complex near Masuk Moran Park, which will serve as a space for experience, remembrance, and exhibitions.

In addition, Choi, together with National Assemblyman Kim Yongmin, held a meeting with leaders of seven veterans' organizations in the Namyangju area, including the Disabled Veterans Association. At the meeting, the organization leaders requested practical improvements, such as better accessibility to the Memorial Tower and the construction of a new veterans' hall.

Choi responded, "I deeply empathize with the inconvenience experienced by our elderly citizens, and I will increase accessibility and honor by creating a veterans' park that brings together related facilities, including the Memorial Tower, in one place." He also emphasized, "Based on President Lee Jaemyung's philosophy that 'extraordinary sacrifice deserves extraordinary reward,' I will fully exercise the authority of the mayor to ensure that national patriots can feel a sense of pride."

Choi Hyunduk declared the official launch of his election campaign, stating, "I will never forget the dedication of pro-democracy activists and national patriots, and I will take full responsibility to ensure that the citizens of Namyangju can enjoy honorable and safe lives."

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