Criticism of “Protecting Madam Kim Gun-hee” by Democrats: “An Opposition Party That Has Never Given a Positive Evaluation”,
![Choo Kyung-ho, the floor leader of the People Power Party, giving a statement about President Yoon Suk-yeol's address at the National Assembly on the 7th. [Yonhap]](https://imgnews.pstatic.net/image/016/2024/11/07/20241107050589_0_20241107152412867.jpg?type=w860)
Choo Kyung-ho, the floor leader of the People Power Party, giving a statement about President Yoon Suk-yeol’s address at the National Assembly on the 7th. [Yonhap],
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, ‘[Herald Economy = Reporter Shin Hyun-joo] Choo Kyung-ho, the floor leader of the People Power Party, commented on the national address of President Yoon Suk-yeol on the 7th, saying, “I believe the President spoke sincerely and candidly about the recent national issues with genuine intention.”’,
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, ‘Choo made these remarks when asked if he thought the press conference was aligned with “the public’s expectations” during a meeting with reporters in the afternoon at the National Assembly.’,
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, ‘In his statement, Choo said, “The President humbly apologized for causing concerns, attributing everything to his shortcomings and lack of virtue.” He added, “He clearly expressed his will to accept the public’s wishes humbly and his intention to reform the administration and enhance communication between the ruling party and the government, as well as his plan to implement personnel changes at an appropriate time.”’,
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, ‘In response to criticisms about the lack of a clear timeline for the personnel changes, Choo emphasized, “The foundational work related to personnel changes has already started, and he clearly stated his intention to carry them out at an appropriate time.” However, when asked if this position was coordinated with Representative Han Dong-hoon, Choo replied, “These are my statements.”’,
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, ‘Regarding criticisms from the Democratic Party that the ruling party is focused on “protecting Madam Kim Gun-hee,” Choo remarked, “The Democratic Party is an opposition that has never once given a positive evaluation of any actions taken by the government or ruling party.” He continued, “Today, President Yoon created an opportunity to communicate directly with the public and provided candid explanations on various issues that the public is curious about.” He also expressed hope that “the opposition will cease dragging the National Assembly into political strife and join efforts to focus on addressing livelihood and security issues.”’,
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