Moonsoo Kim Voluntarily Removes Banner Due to Name Overlap with People Power Party Presidential Candidate

Immediate Response to Citizens' Concerns About "Local Residents' Misunderstanding"
Not Just a Minor Incident, But a Model of Political Communication
Positive Impact on Swing and Centrist Voters
"Willing to Support the Momentum for Candidate Lee Jaemyung"

On the 11th, Democratic Party lawmaker Moonsoo Kim voluntarily took down a banner bearing his slogan. Excerpt from Moonsoo Kim's Facebook page.

On May 11, just one day before the official campaign period for the 21st presidential election was set to begin, Democratic Party lawmaker Moonsoo Kim (representing Suncheon, Gwangyang, Gokseong, and Gurye-gap in South Jeolla Province) attracted attention by voluntarily taking down a banner featuring his own campaign slogan.

There was a specific reason why Kim decided to remove the banner himself ahead of the presidential election. Local residents had expressed concerns that the appearance of a People Power Party presidential candidate with the same name as Kim could lead to misunderstandings.

Kim responded immediately to voters who said, "I thought our local Democratic Party lawmaker was supporting the People Power Party presidential candidate." He posted a photo of himself taking down the banner on his social media. Upon hearing the news, citizens commented in unison that "the basics of being a politician are listening and taking action."

It is worth noting that Kim's removal of the banner is not merely a minor incident, but a clear example of how a local politician can communicate and act in line with the expectations of citizens.

Regardless of political interpretations, Kim's voluntary removal of the banner demonstrated sincerity and leadership that transcend party lines. In particular, his swift response?as a key aide to Democratic Party presidential candidate Lee Jaemyung?has been evaluated as potentially leaving a positive impression on swing voters and those in the political center.

This incident has also served to highlight the close ties between Kim and the Democratic Party with the local community. Kim's focus on "the perspective of citizens over the politician's name" and "the field over slogans" has had a positive impact on the public. On social media, many have commented that "he is far more memorable than the People Power Party candidate Moonsoo Kim."

Kim's recent actions carry a political message that goes beyond simply taking down a banner. In the midst of the presidential election, he is reminding everyone that politics shines brightest when a local lawmaker maintains their position and responds quickly to even the smallest voices of citizens.

On May 12, Kim stated, "A resident's comment that having the same name as the People Power Party presidential candidate could cause misunderstandings among local residents resonated deeply with me," adding, "If I can convey sincerity to voters and contribute to the momentum supporting candidate Lee Jaemyung, I am willing to give up anything, even if it means putting myself aside."