Jeong Cheong-rae: 'No Ruling Party Defeats the Public,' Signals Desire for Re-election

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae has signaled his intent to seek another term, asserting that ruling parties cannot win against the public. "No ruling party has ever defeated the public. The public is eternal, and the term of a ruling party is short," he declared.

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No ruling party has ever defeated the public. The public is eternal, and the term of a ruling party is short.

Jeong's remarks come amid criticism following the June 3 local election results. Despite speculation that party leadership is leaning towards supporting Prime Minister Kim Min-seok for the upcoming party convention, Jeong appears determined to push forward. He stressed the need for both ruling and opposition parties to "always have an attitude of listening to the public's heart and public sentiment."

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Public sentiment is heavenly sentiment. The public is eternal, and the term of a ruling party is short.

However, some within the pro-Lee faction are intensifying pressure on the current leadership. They argue that the leadership allowed "the revival of internal strife forces" and should take responsibility by stepping back from active roles. Jeong acknowledged President Lee Jae-myung's assessment of the local elections but stated the Democratic Party would "more humbly and with a lower stance, examine public sentiment confirmed in the local elections in various ways."

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Always have an attitude of listening to the public's heart and public sentiment.