Kim Min-seok, who has returned to the Democratic Party after completing his term as Prime Minister, stated that there is no need for Jung Cheong-rae to serve as party leader again, arguing that new leadership is necessary. He also expressed disagreement with author Yoo Si-min's theory of 'expansion'.
In an interview with OhmyNews on June 30, Kim acknowledged that Jung has made contributions but emphasized that it is time for the party's challenges to be addressed by different leadership.
Addressing the possibility of Jung running for re-election as party leader, Kim questioned, "Is there really a need for him to serve two terms?" He added that he currently sees no compelling reason for re-election.
Kim also asserted that he is the right person to help President Lee Jae-myung implement his national agenda.
He stated, "In a presidential system, the center of our national governance is the president. The ruling party's role in supporting the president's direction is crucial, and I believe I am best suited for that role."
Additionally, Kim expressed skepticism about Yoo's controversial 'expansion' theory, stating, "There are many aspects I cannot agree with due to factual inaccuracies. Striving to be everyone's president is not excessive confidence but a natural obligation," and he called for clarity on the facts.
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