The Justice Innovation Party held a conclusion ceremony for its Blue Butterfly election committee on June 5, acknowledging that it "failed to meet public expectations and feels a deep sense of responsibility." The party specifically noted the political resurgence of insurrection forces during the recent local and by-elections, urging the democratic camp to unite against this threat.
During the official ceremony at the National Assembly, Seo Wang-jin, the party's floor leader and head of the election committee, stated, "We did not meet the expectations of the people in Pyeongtaek and other areas. I bow my head in apology to the citizens and party members who supported us."
Acting leader Shin Jang-sik added, "We could not fully harness the passionate support that filled the Plaza of the Light Revolution. I feel a deep sense of responsibility. Although the democratic reform camp achieved a numerical victory, it is not a cause for celebration."
Both leaders emphasized that the recent elections demonstrated the complete political revival of insurrection forces that have undermined governance and constitutional order, calling for swift action from the democratic reform camp to address this issue.
Seo remarked, "The painful truth is that the insurrection forces have fully revived just one year after the change of government. The democratic reform camp must not shy away from discussing the causes and responsibilities of this situation to find solutions."
He further stated, "This is not solely about pointing fingers at the Democratic Party. The Innovation Party will also reflect on its shortcomings and strengthen itself. Unity and collaboration are impossible without the Democratic Party's self-reflection. We look forward to engaging in discussions with them."
Shin also stressed the need for solidarity and unity within the democratic reform camp, warning that insurrection forces will exploit any gaps. He emphasized that the first step to eliminate these gaps is through discussion and empathy, asserting that the core values guiding the democratic reform camp must be clearly defined.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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