Kim Says Lee's Rebound Difficult; Ruling Party Cites Past Presidents' Surges

Commentator Kim Eo-jun's recent remarks suggesting that President Lee's approval ratings would struggle to recover if they dipped into the 30% range have drawn a sharp response from the ruling Democratic Party. The party officially rebuked the assertion, deeming it an inappropriate and potentially damaging prediction of public sentiment.

Democratic Party spokesperson Lee Yong-woo issued a statement arguing that Kim's analysis was flawed. "It is inappropriate to arbitrarily predict public sentiment," Lee stated, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in political commentary. The party's official stance indicates growing frustration among pro-Lee factions with what they perceive as destabilizing analyses from external figures.

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It is inappropriate to arbitrarily predict public sentiment.

To counter Kim's claim, the party cited historical data, pointing to instances where presidential approval ratings experienced significant recoveries. Lee specifically mentioned former Presidents Kim Young-sam, whose approval rating rose from 28% to 41%, and Kim Dae-jung, who saw an increase from 38% to 54%. The party also referenced President Moon Jae-in's administration as another example of a rebound.

The Democratic Party's public rebuttal underscores a strategic effort to manage the narrative surrounding President Lee's public standing. By highlighting past precedents of rating recovery and publicly challenging critical commentary, the party seeks to bolster confidence and counter perceptions of an irreversible decline in support.

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The approval rating for former President Kim Young-sam rebounded from 28% to 41%, and for former President Kim Dae-jung, it rose from 38% to 54%.