Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, expressed condolences to candidates who lost in the June 3 local elections, stating, "We will accept this as a call to be humble in the face of public sentiment." He also criticized the Election Commission for the ballot shortage that occurred during the voting process.
During a policy coordination meeting held at the National Assembly, Han remarked, "Candidates Jeong Won-o (Seoul), Kim Boo-kyum (Daegu), Kim Kyung-soo (Gyeongnam), and Oh Jung-ki (Gyeongbuk) all worked hard," adding, "The Democratic Party will embrace the visions of these candidates to strive for a better South Korea." He emphasized that the high voter turnout reflects the public's desire for a significant leap forward for the country and support for the Lee Jae-myung administration.
Han also addressed the ballot shortage incidents in areas such as Songpa District, stating, "The Election Commission, which should firmly uphold electoral trust, has neglected its responsibilities." He expressed disbelief over the events that transpired, saying, "What happened yesterday is neither understandable nor acceptable," and urged the Election Commission to identify the causes and establish measures to prevent a recurrence.
Meanwhile, the Democratic Party achieved a significant victory in the local elections, winning 12 out of 16 contested areas.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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