Representatives of the Democratic Party of Korea and Lee Jae-myung say, ``Power is all about hiding the truth...Let's quickly pass the Itaewon Special Act'' - South Korea

On the 29th, marking the one-year anniversary of the Itaewon disaster, Lee Jae-myung and other representatives of the Democratic Party of the Democratic Party (opposition) said, ``We will quickly pass the Itaewon Disaster Special Act to reveal the truth and hold accountable people.''
We will make sure that something like this does not happen again." This afternoon, at the ``Citizen Memorial Rally for the 1st Anniversary of the Itaewon Disaster Victims'' held at Seoul Plaza, Representative Lee gave a memorial speech, saying, ``Never again will the country
Together, the Democratic Party will take the lead in ensuring that the lives of the people are not needlessly sacrificed due to the incompetence and irresponsibility of the government." Representative Lee said, ``One year has passed since the day 159 universes and 159 worlds collapsed.''
Time has passed, but nothing has changed. "The earnest appeals of the bereaved families have been ignored today as well, and the authorities are intent on concealing the truth."
He went on to say, ``Responsible government officials have finally ignored even this meeting today.
I'm not here. Such a lack of remorse and an attitude of not taking responsibility led to another tragedy, the Ohsong tragedy and the death of a Marine."
He added, ``This is the very reason why we must remember that day in Itaewon.We must protect the lives of our people.''
The government should correct its responsibility. We will remember October 29th and will not stop fighting for the truth." On the 23rd, Lee attended his first outdoor rally since returning to party duties.
In addition to the leadership, dozens of Democratic Party members attended the rally, including House Representative Hong Ik-pyo and Secretary General Cho Jeong-sik.
participated.