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  "id": 8859904,
  "title": "Lee pledges deliberation, humility in state administration",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/lee-pledges-deliberation-humility-in-state-administration",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-21T06:15:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yonhap News",
    "slug": "yonhap-news",
    "url": "https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260921007000315"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul, September 21 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung vowed on Monday to be more reflective and humble in his governance, reiterating his commitment to enhancing the well-being of citizens. During a meeting with his top advisors at Cheong Wa Dae, Lee stated, \"I will ponder more profoundly about what is most essential for the public in this age and refine governance with a more modest demeanor.\" The president expressed that he is once again contemplating the intentions of the voters who supported his administration. Lee's pledge came amid a decline in his approval ratings, plummeting to the lowest levels in recent weeks due to controversies surrounding ministerial appointments and other matters. Lee admitted feeling a profound sense of responsibility for the public's perception, noting that despite economic indicators showing improvements, tangible changes in people's lives were not yet evident. He assured that the presidential office and the government would collaborate to bring about tangible enhancements in people's livelihoods and remained steadfast in his vision of implementing reforms. Lee's chief of staff, Kang Hoon-sik, tendered his resignation on Sunday as a demonstration of accountability; however, the president has yet to decide whether to accept the resignation offer.",
  "summary": "SEOUL, Sept. 21 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Monday pledged to be more...",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Lee pledges deliberation, humility in state administration",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/lee-pledges-deliberation-humility-in-state-administration-8861745",
        "published": "2026-09-21T06:42:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}