“CEO Han Dong-hoon’s convening of the ethics committee is a late-night coup. “It is a dictatorial idea that regards the party as personal property.” (People Power Party Rep. Yoon Sang-hyeon)
“If great harm has been caused to the party, it is indeed grounds for disciplinary action.“The current social evaluation of the party has seriously deteriorated compared to before martial law.” (People Power Party Vice President for Strategic Planning Shin Ji-ho)
The conflict between the People Power Party’s pro-Yoon (pro-yoon Seok-yeol)-senior group and the pro-Chin (pro-Han Dong-hoon) faction is growing over the expulsion and expulsion of President Yoon Seok-yeol. Pro-Yoon leaders targeted a representative who was pushing for President Yoon’s expulsion and expulsion from the party, harshly criticizing him as a “servant traitor” and also defending the contents of President Yoon’s statement the previous day. Conversely, the close circle called for his expulsion, saying, “President Yoon directly destroyed the constitutional order and liberal democracy, which are conservative values.”
Rep. Kwon Young-se, a prominent pro-Yoon figure, met with reporters on the 13th and said, “I am opposed to President Yoon’s expulsion and expulsion from the party.” “Even if we move away like this,we can’t escape,” he said. Rep. Kwon issued a statement and criticized Representative Han, saying, “It is a cowardly politics of the ‘admiration goto’ style of swallowing what is sweet and spitting out when it is bitter.” Kim Jae-won, a member of the pro-Yoon faction, also said, “(Representative Han) never even contacted the Supreme Committee about convening the ethics committee when announcing that he would expel the president.” Pro-Yoon and senior figures defended President Yoon’s statement the previous day. made a statement. People Power party Policy Committee Chairman Kim Sang-hoon argued, “It was a statement that appealed to the desperation that led to the declaration of martial law.” five-term lawmaker Kim Ki-hyun also said, “The declaration of martial law itself cannot be justified,” but added, “There are some parts of the justification for declaring martial law that I can sympathize with.” rep. na Kyung-won also said, “Let’s calmly consider the meaning.”
The pleasant circle dismissed this backlash. A close-knit leader said, “President Yoon has fully destroyed the party’s reputation,” and
Following Representative Han’s emergency convening order, the People Power Party’s Central Ethics Committee held a meeting the night before, chaired by Ethics Committee Chairman Shin Shin-jin, and deliberated on the initiation of disciplinary proceedings against President Yoon. After the meeting, the Ethics Committee said, “Considering the gravity of the matter, we decided to proceed cautiously regarding substance and procedures.”
As factional conflict within the party intensifies,there are also observations that a ‘psychological division’ situation may be in full swing following the passage of the impeachment bill. The pro-Yoon group is raising the ‘Han Dong-hoon responsibility theory’, saying, “If President Yoon is impeached, it will be the responsibility of the representative and leadership who failed to prevent the betrayal vote.” Chin Yoon’s calculation is that if just one of his close relatives, Supreme Council member Jang Dong-hyuk and Supreme Youth Council member Jin Jong-oh, resigns, the one representative system will collapse and be converted into an emergency response committee. In response, a key pro-friendly official countered, “I understand that both Jang Dong-hyuk and Supreme Council member Jin Jong-oh decided not to resign after seeing the president’s statement.”
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How could the internal conflict in the People Power Party impact future elections in South Korea?
Time.news Interview: the Growing Factional Conflict within the People Power Party
Editor (Time.news): Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with political analyst Dr.Min-Soo Lee, who specializes in South Korean political dynamics. Dr. Lee, welcome!
Dr. Min-soo Lee: Thank you for having me. It’s my pleasure to be here.
Editor: Let’s dive right into it.The recent fallout within the People Power Party seems intense. Can you give us a brief overview of what triggered this conflict?
Dr. Lee: Absolutely. The current turmoil stemmed from CEO Han Dong-hoon convening an ethics commitee meeting, which some members view as a power grab. representative Yoon Sang-hyeon described it as a “late-night coup” and criticized han’s approach as dictatorial. this division is especially noticeable between the pro-Yoon faction, which supports President Yoon seok-yeol, and the pro-Han faction, which feels that Yoon’s actions have endangered the party’s integrity.
Editor: That’s quite the divide. What are the stakes for each faction?
Dr. Lee: For the pro-Yoon faction, the stakes are enormously high. They believe that defending President Yoon is crucial to maintaining their influence and credibility. The backlash has already led to public condemnations of Representative Han, who is pushing for disciplinary actions against Yoon for his controversial statements that some see as undermining constitutional order.
On the flip side,the pro-Han faction sees Yoon’s presidency as damaging to the party’s reputation and fears that his leadership could lead to electoral consequences. They believe that taking a stand against Yoon, even at the cost of expelling him, is necessary for the party’s future.
Editor: It seems like a precarious balancing act. How do you see this affecting the party’s overall effectiveness and unity moving forward?
Dr. Lee: It’s likely to create significant challenges. As the conflicts deepen, we could see a psychological divide that not only affects internal unity but potentially alienates voters. If the party becomes embroiled in factional disputes, it risks being perceived as ineffective and unable to govern. The ethics committee’s cautious approach suggests that they are aware of these ramifications but must still navigate the political minefield created by loyalty, ideology, and personal ambition.
Editor: Do you think there’s a realistic chance for reconciliation, or is this likely to lead to more severe repercussions, like further expulsions?
Dr. Lee: Reconciliation is always a possibility in politics, especially when the threat of external competition exists. However,given the strong sentiments expressed so far,especially from figures like Kwon Young-se who are staunchly against expulsion,it seems doubtful that things will settle down easily. If this division continues unchecked, it could lead to significant fracturing or even realignment of party loyalty, pointing to a larger ideological rift.
Editor: As we look at the broader picture, how might this internal conflict influence the political landscape in South Korea as a whole?
dr. Lee: This conflict could have profound implications.If the People Power Party fails to resolve its internal issues, it may provide an opening for rival parties to capitalize on their disarray. Voter trust is fragile,and if constituents feel that their representatives are more focused on infighting than governance,it could translate to lost support in upcoming elections. A fragmented party landscape can shift power dynamics considerably, potentially reshaping voter allegiances.
Editor: That poses a lot to think about. Lastly, what do you think is the critical takeaway from this situation for both politicians and voters alike?
Dr. Lee: The essential takeaway is the importance of unity and clarity of purpose within political parties. For politicians, it’s a reminder that personal ambitions should not overshadow collective goals. As for voters, this situation reinforces the need to scrutinize their representatives, as internal conflicts can directly affect the effectiveness of governance and the depiction of their interests.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Lee, for your insights. It’s clear that we’re witnessing a pivotal moment in South Korean politics, and we appreciate you shedding some light on the situation.
Dr. Lee: Thank you for having me. It’s been a pleasure discussing these critical issues with you.