Kang Byeongdeok and Lee Gwangjae Hold 'Relay Meetings' for Education and Public Service Reform in Hanam

Kang Byeongdeok, Hanam Mayoral Candidate, and Lee Gwangjae, Hanam Gap National Assembly Candidate

'One Team' Campaign Holds Relay Meetings on Hanam's Key Issues

"AI Education Innovation and Regional Balance, Toward Hanam as a Future AI Education City"

"Eliminating Power Abuse Against Public Officials and Creating a Culture of Respect in Administration"

Kang Byeongdeok, the Democratic Party candidate for Hanam Mayor, and Lee Gwangjae, the National Assembly candidate for Hanam Gap district, held a series of meetings on May 6 with the Hanam City School Management Committee Council and the Hanam City Branch of the National Government Employees' Union to review major local issues. They listened to opinions on ways to improve education in Hanam and enhance the public service community in the city.

Kang Byungdeok, candidate for mayor of Hanam, and Lee Kwangjae, candidate for the National Assembly representing Hanam Gap, are holding a meeting with the Hanam City Public Officials Union on the 6th. Photo provided by candidate Kang Byungdeok

During the meeting with the Hanam City School Management Committee Council (President Jang Sujin), the key agenda items discussed included: introducing educational policies suitable for the AI era; addressing educational conditions such as overcrowded classes, school district integration, and commuting; resolving educational disparities between regions; and expanding the authority of the School Management Committee Council.

The Council emphasized that "there are many current issues related to AI education, overcrowded classes, school meals, and educational infrastructure in each region, so a mid- to long-term plan and strong public-private cooperation are essential." The Council also stressed, "We hope the authority of the School Management Committee Council will be expanded, and that AI education policies will be applied evenly across Gam-il, Wirye, Misa, and the original downtown areas."

In response, candidate Kang Byeongdeok said, "I am closely coordinating with Choo Mi Ae, the Gyeonggi-do governor candidate, and Lee Gwangjae, the National Assembly candidate, on Hanam's education issues. We will design the educational policies in detail to ensure fair benefits for all students in Hanam and do our best to resolve local issues in each area."

Candidate Lee Gwangjae also stated, "Education must be the top priority and the foundation of all policies. Regarding local issues, I propose forming a consultative body in the future to seek solutions, and I will review various policies such as integrating educational facilities so that Hanam can advance as a future-oriented educational city."

In the subsequent meeting with the Hanam City Branch of the National Government Employees' Union (Branch Chief Han Byungwan), the focus was on protecting the public service community and improving working conditions.

The Hanam City Branch highlighted the need for "administration that works together with frontline public officials" and underscored the importance of "establishing rational labor-management relations and significantly improving working conditions."

Kang Byeongdeok responded, "I am well aware that in 2023, the Hanam City Branch raised concerns about the insulting remarks and behavior of Mayor Lee Hyunjae and demanded an apology. If I am elected, I promise to run the administration based on mutual respect and understanding for public officials."

He also emphasized, "Administration is not something that can be accomplished by the head of the organization alone; it is created together with public servants. I will improve working conditions so that the public service community in Hanam can work with pride."

Candidate Lee Gwangjae added, "Having public service experience as a governor, I know well that if the foundation of administration, the public service community, is shaken, administration itself is also shaken. I will do my part in the National Assembly to protect the public service community through laws and systems."

Both candidates stated, "This series of meetings is not just about listening to opinions, but serves as a starting point for policies. Since both education and administration are directly linked to the quality of life for citizens, we will reflect the voices from the field in our policies and lead 'Hanam's great transformation.'"

The Kang Byeongdeok and Lee Gwangjae One Team Campaign plans to continue their relay meetings with citizens in various fields, including the local economy, culture and arts, women, people with disabilities, and community sports, thereby strengthening communication with the public.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.