Democratic Party Convention Countdown: Final TV Debate Looms Amidst Fierce Competition

The Democratic Party is gearing up for its national convention, with only five days remaining until the event. The final televised debate is scheduled to take place, promising a heated exchange between candidates. The party is currently facing a flurry of allegations, including those related to illegal phone calls and a general atmosphere of accusations among contenders.

Key figures like Kim Min-seok have voiced strong opinions, criticizing what he calls "selling progressivism" and referencing a "president's photo being played with." The debates are expected to touch upon sensitive historical issues, with references to "betraying Roh Moo-hyun" and the "nation's No. 1 task." Meanwhile, voting in the Seoul metropolitan area is set to begin, raising questions about where the undecided votes will land during this crucial "super week."

Candidates like Jung Cheong-rae have made bold claims, stating that his victory would boost the president's approval rating to 60%. In contrast, Song Young-gil has been dismissive, calling someone a "quack." The involvement of former Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae in the convention race has also been noted, with her asserting that "reform cannot be done by just anyone." Other controversies include the "cartel blocking" dispute, where Choi Min-hee accused "Oh My TV" of filming without the knowledge of their aides.

In broader political news, President Yoon Suk-yeol indicated that there is room for changes to the tax reform plan, possibly in response to public sentiment regarding real estate issues. On the opposition side, Jang Dong-hyuk has called for the replacement of party committee chairpersons who do not engage in conflict, suggesting a move towards personnel reform. The political landscape is further complicated by a court filing for a special prosecutor's appeal, which stated that Oh Se-hoon had violated the "Oh Se-hoon Act" and that the crime was severe. The investigation into the Chae Sang-byeong incident, particularly reports of the "VIP's rage," may be gaining momentum. Additionally, there are reports that Kim Tae-hyo has been influencing the National Security Office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.