Democratic Party Urges Support for Seoul Mayor Candidate Jung Won-o to Ensure Success of Lee Administration

Jung Cheong-rae, leader of the Democratic Party, appears at a campaign rally for Seoul mayor candidate Jung Won-o at Cheonggye Plaza on June 2. [Photo by Park Jong-ho]

The Democratic Party is rallying support for Jung Won-o, the party's candidate for Seoul mayor, as part of its efforts to ensure the success of the Lee administration. Jung Cheong-rae, the party leader, emphasized that "this election is about empowering President Lee."
Speaking at Jung's final campaign rally in Cheonggye Plaza, Jung stated, "We need to elect a Democratic Party president, a Democratic Party mayor, and Democratic Party district heads to ensure coordination." He urged voters, saying, "Winning Seoul is essential to winning the nation." He also warned that failing to eliminate the remnants of civil unrest could lead to a resurgence of government corruption and chaos in South Korea.
Democratic Party lawmakers have united in support of Jung's candidacy. Park Jumin, who faced Jung in the party's primary, joined him at the rally. Park has been actively supporting Jung throughout the campaign as part of a special campaign team composed of candidates who did not win in the primary.
Park remarked, "If housing, public transportation, and welfare in Seoul are lacking, who should we change? We must remove Oh Se-hoon, who has harmed Seoul, and elect Jung Won-o to develop the city alongside the Lee administration."
Seo Young-kyo, chair of the Legal Affairs Committee, referred to allegations against Oh regarding the funding of a public opinion poll, stating, "I will take the lead in prosecuting Oh Se-hoon. I ask you to ensure that Jung Won-o is elected."
Han Jeong-ae, chair of the policy committee, noted, "As the KOSPI rises and exports remain strong, these benefits must reach you through the Seoul city government. It is outrageous that the mayor would obstruct the work of President Lee, who is working for the people."
Former National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-sik warned, "The civil unrest is not over yet." He shared his experience of advocating for constitutional reform to prevent illegal martial law, expressing concern that if the People Power Party gains power, chaos could return. He emphasized the need for Jung, who has proven his capabilities in Seongdong District, to be elected. He highlighted President Lee's successful track record, having served as mayor of Seongnam, governor of Gyeonggi Province, and now as president.

* This article has been translated by AI.

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