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Opposition leader demands ruling party expel lawmaker over historical remarks

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

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  • The leader of South Korea's Democratic Party, Kim Min-seok, criticized the ruling People Power Party over remarks made by one of its lawmakers concerning the 1980 Gwangju Uprising.
  • Kim demanded that the People Power Party either expel the lawmaker, Lee Jin-suk, or remove a photograph of former President Kim Young-sam, who is associated with democratic reforms.
  • The controversy stems from Lee Jin-suk's participation in a debate that sought to re-examine the historical significance of the Gwangju Uprising.

Kim Min-seok, leader of South Korea's Democratic Party, has sharply criticized the ruling People Power Party, demanding they take action against lawmaker Lee Jin-suk. Kim stated that if the People Power Party truly upholds the spirit of former President Kim Young-sam, they must expel Lee. Alternatively, he suggested they should remove Kim Young-sam's photograph from their party headquarters.

This demand follows controversy surrounding Lee Jin-suk's involvement in a debate that questioned the historical narrative of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. This event, a pivotal moment in South Korea's democratization, is a sensitive topic.

Kim Min-seok made these remarks on August 29th at an event in Busan. He emphasized that the ruling party's actions would reveal whether they genuinely respect the legacy of Kim Young-sam, a former president known for his commitment to democratic reforms. The ultimatum presented by Kim Min-seok places the People Power Party in a difficult position, forcing them to confront their historical interpretations and allegiances.

If the People Power Party is truly inheriting the spirit of former President Kim Young-sam, they must expel Lee Jin-suk, or if not, remove the photo of former President Kim from the party headquarters.

โ€” Kim Min-seokDuring a speech at an event in Busan
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