Wando County Governor Bid Announced... Lee Cheol's Book Launch Draws a Crowd

Event Held at Wando Culture and Arts Center on the 20th
Book Concert Format Fosters Exchange of Political Philosophy
Key Figures Including Park Jie-won Attend
Growing Interest in the Moves of Rival Candidates

Lee Cheol, Vice Chairman of the Jeonnam Provincial Council, held a book launch event for his book Lee Cheol's Promise at the Wando Culture and Arts Center at 2 p.m. on September 20.

The event was attended by key political figures, including Kim Youngrok, Governor of Jeonnam Province; Park Jie-won and Shin Jeonghun, lawmakers from the Democratic Party of Korea; and Kim Daejung, Superintendent of Jeonnam Education, who all delivered congratulatory remarks. Singer Cho Youngnam heightened the atmosphere with a heartfelt congratulatory speech, while Pastor Jeon Min of Wando Jeil Church and representatives from the Jogye Order’s Sinheungsa Temple also offered their congratulations.

Lee Cheol, Vice Chairman of the Jeonnam Provincial Council, held a book launch event for his book "Lee Cheol's Promise" at the Wando Culture and Arts Center. Photo by Lee Jungkyung

The book launch was more than just a celebratory gathering. The event took the form of a book concert, with Vice Chairman Lee Cheol, National Assemblyman Park Jie-won, and singer Cho Youngnam participating as panelists, engaging in in-depth discussions on a variety of topics.

Introducing his book, Vice Chairman Lee Cheol stated, "The starting point of this book was my desire to communicate more deeply and sincerely with the people of the county," adding, "I hope it will inspire courage like the Cheonghae and hope that rises like waves, as well as the power to take action, for everyone who dreams of a better tomorrow for Wando."

This book launch marks the official start of Lee Cheol's campaign for next year's Wando County Governor election, drawing attention to the future moves of other potential candidates. The unexpectedly large turnout of political figures at the event also drew attention, and it is expected to put pressure on other candidates as they plan their own book launch events.

At the end of the event, there was a Q&A session with the audience, allowing for direct communication with attendees. Vice Chairman Lee Cheol emphasized, "I will continue to listen to the voices of the people and maintain an open attitude in communication going forward."