"Not only a change of era, but also a generational shift is needed"
"We must create a new generation of young, fresh, and capable political leaders"
Lee Junseok responds to the declaration of support: "I am deeply grateful"
Kim Hyuncheol, the second son of former President Kim Young Sam (YS) and chairman of the Kim Young Sam Presidential Memorial Foundation, has announced his support for Lee Junseok, the presidential candidate of the Reform New Party.
On May 13, Kim wrote on Facebook, "Now, not only must we achieve a change of era, but a generational shift is also absolutely necessary," declaring his support.
At the 3rd anniversary memorial service for former President Kim Young Sam, his second son Kim Hyuncheol is giving a family greeting.
He emphasized, "Just as YS once advocated for the '40s leadership theory,' we must now boldly push aside the old, incompetent, and corrupt established political forces, and create a new generation of young, fresh, and capable political leaders."
Kim argued that the People Power Party has become a disorganized group and claimed that after the presidential election, it will be reduced to a 'TK (Daegu-Gyeongbuk) United Liberal Democrats.' He continued, "We must build a truly national party centered on distinguished individuals," and added, "Though my abilities may be limited, I also intend to actively support the emergence of a new reform party."
In response to Kim's declaration of support, candidate Lee wrote on Facebook, "The indomitable commitment to democracy that President Kim Young Sam held in his youth now strikes me with overwhelming freshness," and added, "I, too, am determined to carry on that spirit and move forward toward a new Republic of Korea." He continued, "I am deeply grateful for Chairman Kim's declaration of support," and emphasized, "As the recognized successor of the '40s leadership theory,' I will not forget that vision and will steadfastly walk the path of political reform."
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