Chairperson Shin Sujeong's Book Launch Draws Over 6,000 Attendees in Gwangju

The Book Presents a Philosophy of Practical Politics and a Vision for the Region's Future
Becomes the First Female Chairperson in the 34-Year History of the City Council
Sharing Local Issues and Seeking a Brighter Future Together with Residents

The publication celebration for Shin Sujeong, Chairperson of the Gwangju Metropolitan Council, was held successfully on the 25th with the attendance of approximately 6,000 citizens and related parties. Photo by Shin Sujeong's office

The publication celebration for "The Sincerity of Shin Sujeong," a book encapsulating Chairperson Shin Sujeong's 20-year political philosophy and her dedication to regional development, concluded successfully on the 25th with the attendance of over 6,000 citizens and related parties.

The event was attended by a wide range of distinguished guests, including Kim Youngrok, Governor of Jeollanam-do; Shin Jeonghoon, Chairperson of the National Assembly's Public Administration and Security Committee; Yang Bunam, Gwangju City Party Chairperson of the Democratic Party of Korea; National Assembly members Min Hyungbae, Jeong Junho, Jeon Jinsook, Jeong Jinwook, Ahn Dogeol, and Park Kyuntaek; Lee Jeongseon, Superintendent of Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education; Lee Byunghoon, Senior Vice Chairperson of the Democratic Party's Honam Development Special Committee; Moon In, Mayor of Buk-gu; Kim Ikang, Mayor of Seo-gu; as well as members of the Gwangju Metropolitan Council and local district councils, all of whom gathered to celebrate the publication.

National Assembly Speaker Woo Wonshik; Democratic Party Supreme Council members Hwang Myungseon, Moon Jeongbok, and Kang Deukgu; Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Kim Yoonduk; and National Assembly members Park Chandae, Cheon Junho, and Kim Moonsu sent congratulatory video messages, while former Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum sent a congratulatory letter.

The publication celebration was held in the form of a talk concert, where Chairperson Shin candidly shared her journey and the stories contained in her book. Topics ranged from her early days as a first-term council member inspecting playground safety with a tape measure, to enacting the nation's first ordinance supporting reclusive youths, her stance on administrative integration between Gwangju and Jeonnam, and her vision for rebuilding Buk-gu.

In particular, Lee Kisung, President of the Gwangju Small Business Association, took the stage to present a plaque of appreciation, stating, "You have revived the heart of stagnant local businesses and have been a strong pillar for small business owners standing at the edge of a cliff," drawing attention from the audience.

In her closing remarks, Chairperson Shin stated, "The driving force behind my 20 years in politics has not been dazzling skills, but rather a rough yet steadfast sincerity." She added, "True to my name, I will continue to 'correct' our city to make it a better place to live, and strive to make the lives of our residents shine like the gemstone 'crystal.' I will now turn the sincerity of the past 20 years into conviction," receiving enthusiastic applause and cheers from the attendees.

Meanwhile, "The Sincerity of Shin Sujeong" is a record of Chairperson Shin's 20 years of grassroots politics, her journey from three terms as a Buk-gu council member to becoming the first female chairperson in the 34-year history of the Gwangju Metropolitan Council, and her vision for rebuilding Gwangju and Buk-gu. The publication celebration was evaluated as more than just a politician's memoir, serving as a platform for sharing local issues with residents and seeking a vision for the future together.