The Democratic Party of Korea has launched a Political Reform Task Force to discuss issues both within and outside the party, including the potential expansion of the multi-member electoral system currently implemented in some regions. Party leader Kim Min-seok indicated that discussions would also encompass easing requirements for negotiating groups to foster alliances with progressive and reformist factions.
On the afternoon of September 3, the party initiated the task force, which will address electoral system reforms and support measures for lawmakers representing areas outside the National Assembly.
Kim stated that the current political system favors incumbent lawmakers through the single-member district system, saying, "We need to consider whether to maintain the multi-member electoral system, which is limited to certain urban areas, or to expand it." He emphasized the importance of revitalizing local committees in preparation for the upcoming general election in 2028, urging the task force to develop practical proposals while ensuring a democratic deliberation process.
Additionally, Kim announced plans to pursue broad recruitment from centrist and conservative factions while also seeking alliances with progressive and reformist groups, stating, "We will discuss electoral system reforms and easing requirements for negotiating groups with an open attitude."
Co-leaders of the task force, Choi Taek-yong and Im Mi-ae, expressed their commitment to reforming the electoral system to enable the Democratic Party to structurally produce lawmakers in the Yeongnam region and to discuss support measures for local committee activities with party members.
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