The ‘National Emergency Action to Defy the Veto’ was held in the Gwanghwamun area of Jongno-gu, Seoul at 6 PM on this day, with the slogan ‘Special prosecutors Kim Geon-hee and Chae Sang-byeong promoted!’ Revealing government corruption! The 2nd Citizens’ March ‘Rejecting Yoon Seok-yeol’ was held. The rally ended in front of Myeongdong Station in Seoul around 8:10 p.m.
Participants marched approximately 2km from Gwanghwamun to Myeong-dong Station holding candles, picket signs, and flags, shouting slogans such as “The people reject the president’s refusal to be a special prosecutor” and “Accept special prosecutor Kim Kun-hee.”
As of 8:05 p.m. on this day, about 9,000 people (police estimate) gathered for the rally, and as some people left Jonggak Station and other places, it ended with 7,000 to 8,000 people. It was confirmed that there were no collisions with the police, no arrests, and no injuries during the march. In preparation for the rally, the police deployed a total of 3,000 personnel from 40 to 50 units.
Meanwhile, at around 5:30 p.m., before the street march began, the Democratic Party of Korea held a rally for the ’4th National Action Day to call for a special prosecutor to condemn Kim Kun-hee and Yoon Seok-yeol’s corruption in state affairs.’
Floor leader Park Chan-dae said, “After two and a half years of Yoon Seok-yeol’s administration, the country’s system has completely broken down,” adding, “Democracy, the people’s economy, diplomacy and security, none of it is sound. “The country has lost its way and the people’s lives are falling endlessly,” he pointed out.
Floor Leader Park said, “Anyone who refuses a special prosecution is a culprit,” and added, “If you are honest, there is no reason to refuse a special prosecution.” “President Yoon Seok-yeol must take seriously the severity of the declaration of the current situation, which is spreading like wildfire,” he emphasized.
He added, “Kim Kun-hee cannot be an exception. “Kim Kun-hee should be investigated and punished in the same way as an ordinary citizen,” he said. “If you refuse special prosecution for Kim Kun-hee, you will burn like a burning torch.” He raised his voice, saying, “Our people will notify you that you are no longer our president.”
Representative Lee Jae-myeong, who is about to be sentenced in the first trial on charges of perjury, attended but did not make any special remarks.
Ahead of this rally, the Democratic Party notified party members not to wear ’blue’ clothing, which symbolizes the party.
Jo Yoo-kyung, Donga.com reporter [email protected]
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What were the main demands of the November 23, 2024 rally in Gwanghwamun Square?
On November 23, 2024, a significant rally took place at Gwanghwamun Square in Jongno-gu, Seoul, centered around the demand for special prosecution of Kim Geon-hee and Chae Sang-byeong, amidst accusations of government corruption. The event, known as the second citizen march under the slogan ”We reject Yoon Seok-yeol”, attracted an estimated 7,000 to 9,000 participants, according to police estimates. The gathering was notable for its peaceful nature, with no reported clashes between participants and law enforcement, and no arrests or injuries.
Prior to the citizen march, the Democratic Party of Korea organized a rally titled the “4th National Action Day” to advocate for a special prosecutor to investigate alleged corruption within the government. Floor leader Park Chan-dae criticized the current administration, stating that the country’s systems are broken and expressing concern over the decline in democracy and public welfare under President Yoon Seok-yeol. He emphasized that refusing special prosecution can imply guilt, urging transparency and accountability.
Lee Jae-myeong, leader of the Democratic Party, also spoke at the event, insisting that Kim Geon-hee should be subjected to the same legal scrutiny as any other citizen and warned of consequences for those who oppose the special prosecution. Additionally, there was a strategic decision by the party to request members not to wear blue, the party’s color, during the rally.
the event showcased public discontent with the current government, reflecting broader calls for accountability and political reform in South Korea.