Prominent liberal pundit accuses Lee of governing ruling bloc like 'monarchy'
A prominent liberal political commentator has accused President Lee Jae Myung of behaving like an “arrogant ruler” and seeking to control the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) in a manner reminiscent of a monarchy. Rhyu Si-min, a former lawmaker from the liberal bloc who also served as welfare minister before becoming a political pundit, claimed the president handpicked the DPK’s new…
A well-known liberal political commentator has criticized President Lee Jae Myung for his governing style, comparing it to that of a monarch. Rhyu Si-min, a former lawmaker and former welfare minister, argued that the president has been selecting individuals to lead the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) and using them to exert control over the party.
This move, according to Rhyu, is indicative of a shift towards a monarchy and aristocracy within the country's political landscape. The commentator made these remarks during a YouTube program, stating that "the president tried to control the party by sending in his proxy. That runs counter to the spirit of a republic." The criticism has garnered significant attention since its delivery.
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