Kang Jun-hyun, the chief spokesperson for the Democratic Party, criticized independent candidate Han Dong-hoon, who is running in the Busan Buk-gap district in the local elections, stating, "He is now openly engaging in actions that could violate election laws, and he seems to be suffering from a delusion of being a significant frontrunner."
Kang made these remarks during a press conference held on the morning of May 30 at the National Assembly in Yeouido, Seoul. He expressed concern that Han's illegal activities disrupting the election order are becoming increasingly serious.
Kang reported that there have been numerous reports of Han's fan club members engaging in prohibited activities, such as wearing white clothing with Han's campaign symbols and carrying oversized placards, actions that are only permitted for official campaign workers. "This is a clear violation of the law. Is the election law an exception only for him?" he questioned.
He further pointed out, "This is not enthusiasm but rather the excessive behavior of supporters, which is a show of arrogance and illegality that troubles the residents of Buk-gu."
Kang also criticized the People Power Party for involving former presidents Lee Myung-bak and Park Geun-hye in the election campaign. He stated, "The People Power Party is not only lacking in new ideas but is also blatantly dragging these former presidents into the election. What qualifications do those who hindered the development of Busan have to come back and support a party that has caused turmoil?"
Former President Lee is scheduled to visit Busan on May 31 to support the candidacy of Park Hyung-jun, the People Power Party's candidate for mayor. Earlier, former President Park visited Gijang with Park Hyung-jun on May 27.
Kang emphasized support for Democratic Party candidates Ha Jung-woo in Busan Buk-gap and Jeon Jae-soo for mayor. He stated, "Without Jeon Jae-soo as mayor and Ha Jung-woo as a representative, Busan's future will be bleak, even with President Lee Jae-myung. The only hope for Busan's development is to build an unbeatable coalition with Lee Jae-myung, Jeon Jae-soo, and Ha Jung-woo."
* This article has been translated by AI.
Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.