The Democratic Party and the Justice Party clashed on September 28 over a coalition meeting aimed at democratic reform. The Democratic Party claimed that the Justice Party refused to participate, while the Justice Party expressed deep regret, stating that the Democratic Party was misrepresenting the facts. Tensions between the two parties regarding the easing of coalition requirements for progressive forces appear to be escalating.
Jin Sung-jun, a member of the Democratic Party and head of its integration promotion committee's progressive coalition division, announced on the party's YouTube channel, Minty07, that discussions with other progressive parties, including the Progressive Party and the Basic Income Party, would take place this week. He indicated that the Justice Party's refusal to attend the coalition meeting was a key point in his remarks.
Lee Hae-sik, a member of the Justice Party responsible for communication regarding the coalition, acknowledged the decision to abstain but suggested that the party should consider a more proactive approach.
In response, the Justice Party issued a statement through its spokesperson, asserting that the interpretation of their refusal to engage in discussions on electoral law reform and coalition requirements was misleading. They emphasized that the Justice Party had consistently communicated its position and that the Democratic Party had suddenly proposed participation in the coalition meeting.
The Democratic Party's integration promotion committee is a party internal body created without discussions with other parties, according to the Justice Party. They argue that there have been no trust-building measures or behind-the-scenes efforts. The Justice Party's spokesperson criticized the Democratic Party for suggesting that the Justice Party was undermining the process, stating, "If the Democratic Party is sincere, it should focus on reviewing the already proposed amendments to the National Assembly Act rather than making vague statements outside the process."
In light of these developments, former National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-sik took to Facebook to suggest that both parties should work to resolve their conflicts. He urged, "As we discuss a grand coalition, should we really be sharpening our knives against each other? If there is energy to bolster pride, it should be directed toward solving the pressing issues facing our citizens."
Jin Sung-jun, a member of the Democratic Party and head of its integration promotion committee's progressive coalition division, announced on the party's YouTube channel, Minty07, that discussions with other progressive parties, including the Progressive Party and the Basic Income Party, would take place this week. He indicated that the Justice Party's refusal to attend the coalition meeting was a key point in his remarks.
Lee Hae-sik, a member of the Justice Party responsible for communication regarding the coalition, acknowledged the decision to abstain but suggested that the party should consider a more proactive approach.
In response, the Justice Party issued a statement through its spokesperson, asserting that the interpretation of their refusal to engage in discussions on electoral law reform and coalition requirements was misleading. They emphasized that the Justice Party had consistently communicated its position and that the Democratic Party had suddenly proposed participation in the coalition meeting.
The Democratic Party's integration promotion committee is a party internal body created without discussions with other parties, according to the Justice Party. They argue that there have been no trust-building measures or behind-the-scenes efforts. The Justice Party's spokesperson criticized the Democratic Party for suggesting that the Justice Party was undermining the process, stating, "If the Democratic Party is sincere, it should focus on reviewing the already proposed amendments to the National Assembly Act rather than making vague statements outside the process."
In light of these developments, former National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-sik took to Facebook to suggest that both parties should work to resolve their conflicts. He urged, "As we discuss a grand coalition, should we really be sharpening our knives against each other? If there is energy to bolster pride, it should be directed toward solving the pressing issues facing our citizens."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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