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Why did Jeong Bong-ju make strong remarks as ‘Myeongpa-li’… Last-minute chaos in the democratic school

HomePoliticsWhy did Jeong Bong-ju make strong remarks as ‘Myeongpa-li’… Last-minute chaos in the democratic school

Different top committee candidate·Kang Sung faction members getting agitated
Seems to be triggered by ‘disappointment’ toward Lee Jae-myung
Analysis focusing on message targeting ‘public sentiment 30%’,

Jeong Bong-ju, a candidate for the Democratic Party's top committee, asserted the need for party innovation by saying, “Let's uproot the group that engages in 'Lee Jae-myung favoritism'” in a press conference at the National Assembly on the 12th. Following this statement, criticism of Jeong by other candidates and the 'Kang Sung' faction, also known as the 'individual daughter' supporters, has led to changes in the dynamics of the party convention. Yonhap News</figcaption> <p></em></div> </div> <p></span>, <br />, ‘The aftermath of the so-called ‘Lee Jae-myung favoritism’ remark by Jeong Bong-ju, a candidate for the Democratic Party’s top committee election, is intensifying. Kang Sung faction members, who are part of Lee Jae-myung’s fan base, as well as other top candidate contenders, are expressing strong reactions to Jeong’s statement. Various interpretations have emerged as to the background behind the ‘decisive statement’ made by Jeong, who is currently in second place in accumulated votes and on the verge of the party convention.’, <br />, <br />, ‘On the 13th, top committee candidates collectively launched an onslaught against Jeong. Candidate Kim Min-seok held a press conference at the National Assembly, stating, “We must condemn the treacherous politics of disturbing the party’s internal affairs.” Although the content was critical of the Yoon Suk-yeol government, it was interpreted as an indirect criticism of Jeong’s ‘Lee Jae-myung favoritism’ remarks. Candidate Min Hyung-bae remarked it was for “drawing attention”, while candidate Lee Eon-joo said it caused “pain to party members.”‘, <br />, <br />, ‘On the ‘Jae-myung’s Village’ online community for Jeong’s supporters, dozens of posts criticizing Jeong have been uploaded. The subscriber count for the YouTube channel ‘Jeong Bong-ju TV’ decreased by over 5,000 within a day after the press conference.’, <br />, <br />, ‘The day before, Jeong made a strong statement at a press conference, saying, “I will uproot the group that engages in ‘Lee Jae-myung favoritism’ and plays the power game.” The background to such a tough statement, anticipated to cause a significant backlash, is first mentioned as ‘human disappointment’. Jeong initially led in the early stages of the election, achieving an unexpected advance, but after inviting candidate Kim Min-seok to his YouTube broadcast and mentioning that he was “overseeing the party leader election,” he fell behind. Among party members, the notion of a ‘risky candidate’ spread, causing a decline in support for Jeong.’, <br />, <br />, ‘A party official stated, “There may have been lingering resentment towards this candidate from the last general election, where his candidacy was canceled, and now, in the top committee elections, there seems to be a sense of hurt from trying to push him aside.” The official added, “As they were close to this candidate, there would have been both a blow to self-esteem and a substantial sense of betrayal.”’, <br />, <br />, ‘Some analyses suggest a politically calculated move. Former lawmaker Park Won-seok stated on CBS Radio, “It was likely an attempt to shake up the field by delivering a strong message aimed at national opinion polls.” The top committee election applies 56% for party members’ rights, 30% for national opinion polls, and 14% for party delegates. With party member voting completed in areas excluding Seoul, targeting national opinion polls at this stage could be seen as a strategic move.’, <br />, <br />, ‘However, many view this calculated move as carrying too much risk. Therefore, there are interpretations that Jeong’s announcement hinted at his future independent political actions. One second-term lawmaker in the metropolitan area said, “Even if entering the leadership, it was an expression of the intention to demonstrate personal beliefs based on situations to differentiate oneself.”’, <br />, <br />, ‘With various interpretations and controversies arising, Jeong posted on Facebook that day, saying, “(The previous remarks) were a warning to a few very small individuals who are trying to establish their power by promoting ‘Lee Jae-myung’ with their names.” He added, “Would our party members engage in ‘Lee Jae-myung favoritism’? Realize the malicious frame that tries to divide us at every opportunity.”’</p> <div class=Visited 9 times, 1 visit(s) today
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