The article discusses criticism from Na Kyung-won, a member of the People Power Party, towards the Democratic Party of Korea for reporting a YouTube video by a popular Korean history lecturer, Jeon Han-gil, to Google. The video contains allegations of electoral fraud. Na argues that the Democratic Party’s actions are not merely an attack on an individual but a significant challenge to the rule of law and liberal democracy in South Korea.
Na further criticizes the Democratic Party for attempting to suppress voices that are inconvenient for them, highlighting what she perceives as their arrogance and authoritarian tendencies. Following recent public opinion polls showing a decline in support for the Democratic Party compared to the People Power Party, there is an increased focus on issues such as electoral fraud. In response, the Democratic Party initiated a “National Communication Office” to address misinformation and announced plans to improve the polling system.
Spokespersons from both parties exchange criticisms regarding the legitimacy and fairness of the polling processes and the intent behind scrutinizing the polls. Voices within the People Power Party claim that the Democratic Party’s actions are akin to censorship and argue this runs counter to the principles of democracy.
Jeon Han-gil asserts that there is public skepticism about electronic voting procedures, referencing earlier incidents as part of his case for potential electoral fraud. The People Power Party’s media committee criticizes the Democratic Party’s response as an excessive crackdown on freedom of expression.