[the300] ‘Junstone Year One’ Premiere… “If an early presidential election happens, we’ll show overwhelming novelty and are confident upwards”,
(Seoul=News1) Reporter Lee Kwang-ho – Representative Lee Jun-seok of the Reform New Party is giving a greeting at the first district chairpersons’ meeting at the National Assembly Members’ Office in Yeouido, Seoul on the morning of the 21st. 2025.2.21/News1 Copyright (C) News1. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction and redistribution prohibited. AI learning use banned. /Photo=(Seoul=News1) Reporter Lee Kwang-ho, ‘The documentary film ‘Junstone Year One,’ which captures the political journey of Lee Jun-seok, the legislator of the Reform New Party, held its premiere. Having watched the film with supporters, Representative Lee expressed, “This has been a journey where we feel we are moving upwards,” and added, “I believe our supporters and party members will be assured that our journey will continue to move upwards.”‘,
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, “The premiere of ‘Junstone Year One’ was held at CGV Yeongdeungpo in Seoul at 5 PM on the 24th. The theater was filled with attendees from the Reform New Party, the documentary production company, and supporters. The 1-hour and 35-minute long documentary begins with scenes of Representative Lee resigning as the People Power Party’s leader over the ‘prostitution’ allegations of which he was ultimately cleared. It continues to cover his one-year political journey leading up to his election as a regional lawmaker in Gyeonggi Hwaseong(-east), South Korea, during last April’s general election. The documentary concludes with a scene depicting President Yoon Seok-yeol declaring martial law.”
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Candidate Lee Jun-seok of the Reform New Party, running for the 22nd National Assembly election in Gyeonggi Hwaseong-e, displays joy as his victory is highly anticipated at Yaeul Park in Hwaseong City, Gyeonggi Province, on the morning of the 11th. 2024.4.11/ Photo = News1 / Photo = (Hwaseong = News1) Reporter Kim Yeong-woon, ‘At the premiere, just before the film was screened, Representative Lee took the stage, saying, “I never imagined I’d be watching a film where I’m the main character,” and added, “There was a lot of concern when we started making the film that it could end as a sad story of a young politician retiring early. However, with much help and support, the ‘Miracle of Dongtan’ became a piece of this film.” ‘
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, ‘Lee continued, “Like the name ‘Year One’, depending on my actions, there could be expectations for a sequel, and I hope the ending of that sequel will be a gratifying happy ending.” In between his words, applause and cheers from supporters in the audience were heard.’
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, ‘Director Lee Jong-eun stated, “My intention was to portray a young person in their 40s overcoming this crisis (resignation from the People’s Power Party). During filming, however, Representative Lee never asked about my intentions,” he continued, adding, “When I asked him about it in Jeju, he said, ‘An artist is putting their honor on the line, so what would I have to say?’ This guaranteed creative autonomy until the end.” ‘
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, ‘After the documentary screening, the entrance of the cinema was crowded with spectators requesting photos with Representative Lee. He spent over ten minutes taking pictures and signing autographs with individuals from various age groups, from the elderly in their 70s to 20- and 30-somethings. They shouted, “We’re looking forward to it,” and “Lee Jun-seok, fighting!”‘
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Representative Lee Jun-seok of the Reform New Party greets supporters before addressing current affairs in a press conference on Hongdae Street, Mapo-gu, Seoul on the 2nd. 2025.2.2/Photo = News1 / Photo = (Seoul=News1) Reporter Kim Myung-seop, ‘Representative Lee subsequently proceeded with a back briefing on political issues. When asked by reporters about upcoming strategies considering current poll tendencies with opinions split between extending the current administration and seeking change, he stated, “We’ll show overwhelming novelty,” and noted, “If an early presidential election is anticipated, you can look forward to it.” ‘
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, ‘Regarding the ‘Myeong Tae-kyun controversy’, Representative Lee commented, “Since the controversy began four months ago, there have been people who haven’t been truthful and others who have. Most of what I’ve said is likely becoming evident as the truth. There should be no problem with publicly announced polls, but any issues with unpublished surveys should be accounted for by those responsible. People will trust Lee Jun-seok, who has testified to what he knows from the beginning.” ‘
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, ‘He further commented on whether the statements made by Nam Sang-kwon, the lawyer representing Myeong Tae-kyun’s side, were made as an attorney or in a personal capacity, stating, “If it was something from a prosecution inquiry, the Eastern District Prosecutor’s Office would have asked me about it. I’m aware of what the content may be, but I don’t know which aspect they are talking about now.” ‘
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, ‘In response to a question on whether his positive assessment of former People Power Party leader Han Dong-hoon in the documentary still stands, Representative Lee commented, “It seems to be during the time when former chairman Han was running for the ruling party’s emergency committee chair. Everyone in Korea wished for someone to be able to speak truth to the Yoon Seok-yeol administration,” he remarked, “but as you know, Han has been showing wavering actions, and it doesn’t seem like the results have met expectations.” ‘
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, ‘When asked what message President Yoon should convey at the final hearing in his impeachment trial, Representative Lee commented, “I understand he’s in a position where he can’t help saying defensive statements,” but added, “I’d be grateful if he could make just one mention about the hurt he has caused to so many people who wished him well.” ‘ ‘article_split’,
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