Nam Young-hee, the deputy director of the Democratic Research Institute, the think tank of the Democratic Party of Korea, apologized and announced her resignation after defending former lawmaker Choi Kang-wook, who was embroiled in controversy over his use of the term "female" in a derogatory manner.
On the 24th, Deputy Director Nam stated through social media (SNS), "I apologize for causing concern to the party and the public due to my remarks made during my appearance on the YouTube channel 'Park Si-young TV' on November 22."
On the 22nd, Deputy Director Nam appeared on the pro-opposition YouTube channel 'Park Si-young TV' and said, "Why can't we say that word ('female')?" adding, "What is so wrong with using it as a metaphor to explain a situation featured on 'Animal Farm'?"
However, after the remarks sparked controversy, she apologized and decided to step down. She said, "I will take full responsibility and resign from my position as deputy director of the Democratic Research Institute. Regardless of the reasons, I sincerely apologize once again for my thoughtlessness."
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