Lee proposes 'National Sovereignty Day' on December 3rd

Lee Jae-myung, a prominent political figure, announced his intention to designate December 3rd as "National Sovereignty Day" each year. This proposal comes as South Korea marks the 78th anniversary of its Constitution.

In a statement on X, formerly Twitter, Lee highlighted the principle of national sovereignty – that sovereignty resides with the people and all power emanates from them – as the compass that has guided the Republic of Korea for the past 78 years. He urged a renewed reflection on how to uphold the values of national sovereignty, freedom, and democracy in contemporary life.

Lee characterized South Korea's modern history as a fierce struggle by its citizens to protect their sovereignty against forces seeking to undermine constitutional values and privatize power. He stressed that democracy is not permanently guaranteed but must be continuously defended through citizen participation, courage, and solidarity.

Referencing the "December 3rd Emergency Decree," Lee cautioned that threats to democracy can recur. He stated that the South Korean people proved to the world that the spirit of national sovereignty enshrined in their constitution is alive and well through the "Revolution of Light." Therefore, he pledged to designate December 3rd as National Sovereignty Day to ensure its meaning and spirit are passed down to future generations.

Lee also mentioned his attendance at the "Committee of Light Inauguration Ceremony" and shared photos of commendation certificates he intends to present to citizens. He expressed a desire to personally thank those who defended democracy, even in the harsh winter cold, by sharing blankets and staying through the night, as well as the youth who guarded the National Assembly against potential further decrees, and the many citizens who extended solidarity to farmers. He vowed never to forget their contributions.