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People Power Party slams Daejeon MBC for 'election law violation' over omitted candidate remarks

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • The People Power Party (PPP) has accused Daejeon MBC of violating election law by omitting the opening remarks of their candidate, Kim Tae-heum, during a gubernatorial debate.
  • PPP claims the omission was a deliberate act of election manipulation, not a technical error, and calls for a thorough investigation into potential collusion with the Democratic Party.
  • The party is forming a special committee to monitor and address biased election broadcasts and is considering legal action against Daejeon MBC.

The People Power Party (PPP) has launched a strong offensive against Daejeon MBC, leveling accusations of a "clear violation of election law" and "intentional election fraud" following the broadcaster's failure to air the opening remarks of their gubernatorial candidate, Kim Tae-heum, during a debate. This incident, which the PPP dismisses as a mere "technical error," is being framed by the party as a calculated move to manipulate public opinion and undermine the electoral process.

The 'M' in MBC might as well stand for Minjoo (Democratic Party).

· Jang Dong-hyukPPP Representative accusing Daejeon MBC of partisan bias.

Party leaders have not minced words. Representative Jang Dong-hyuk suggested that the 'M' in MBC might as well stand for 'Minjoo' (Democratic Party), implying a deep-seated bias and collusion. The PPP is demanding a thorough investigation into the alleged "top-down instructions and intervention" and any "connections with the Democratic Party," warning that such "manipulation" could lead to election interference more dangerous than the notorious "Druking" online comment-rigging scandal.

This incident is not a simple broadcast accident but a clear illegal election intervention with intent.

· Song Eon-seokPPP Floor Leader condemning the omission of candidate remarks.

In response to this and other potential instances of broadcast bias, the PPP is establishing a special committee, headed by former MBC CEO Kim Jang-gyeom, to specifically monitor and address distortions in election broadcasts. The party is not only considering legal recourse against Daejeon MBC but also exploring other forms of protest, including direct visits to the station. This firm stance reflects the PPP's determination to ensure a fair and transparent election environment, pushing back against what they perceive as partisan media practices that threaten the integrity of the democratic process.

If it continues to engage in such manipulation, election public opinion manipulation more terrifying than Druking comments will continue.

· Jang Dong-hyukPPP Representative warning of severe consequences of broadcast manipulation.
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