President Yoon said, "I have caused concern to the people over my personal circumstances," and offered his sincere apology. However, such an ambiguous apology was met with criticism not only from the opposition Democratic Party, but also from the opposition Democratic Party.
The move fell short of the demands of some in the ruling party, who have been emphasizing a change in the tone of national politics. With two days to go until the halfway point of his term, the second half of President Yoon's administration is unlikely to go smoothly either.
Prior to this, the Democratic Party of Korea had put forward three major demands: accepting the bill to appoint Kim as a special prosecutor, and personally explaining and apologizing for the "Myung Tae-gyun Gate."
President Yoon also made clear his opposition to Kim's special prosecutor bill, which he has vetoed twice, saying, "This is not a judicial act but a political incitement."
"Some have invented things that didn't exist and made my wife look like the devil," he said. As for Myung Tae-gyun, he said, "I have never done anything inappropriate, and I have no intention of hiding anything."
The Democratic Party of Korea has responded by denying the proposal. Chairman Lee Jae-myung said, "It doesn't seem to be enough for the public to agree to it." Some have called it "a one-sided chat."
" "Why did he hold a press conference?" "It's a final excuse?" President Yoon and his wife Kim must feel some regret. However, the public has already turned their backs on the president.
According to a Gallup poll, President Yoon's approval rating recently hit a new low of 19 percent. 84 percent of people have a negative opinion of Kim's performance as First Lady.
In the current situation where the government is dominated by the opposition, the president's willingness to communicate with the public and to govern is even more important. However, it seems President Yoon has missed an opportunity to turn around his approval rating.
On the 9th, the Democratic Party of Korea is planning to hold an outdoor rally to urge Kim to accept the special prosecutor bill. On the same day, progressive groups will hold a general rally calling for the resignation of the administration.
The bill to appoint Kim as special prosecutor is scheduled to be passed at the plenary session on the 14th. Chairman Lee Jae-myung is due to be sentenced in mid-June on charges of violating the Public Offices Election Act and instigating perjury.
President Yoon's speech and press conference were expected to help restore his approval rating, but instead they have ended up making things worse.
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2024/11/08 07:12 KST
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