[6·3 Election] Kim Kwannyoung Urges Jeong Cheongrae to Stop Targeted Disciplinary Actions Against Jeonbuk Party Members

Campaign Committee Denounces Party's "Selective Repression" Against Members
Kim Announces "Livelihood Economy Focus Declaration" at Bongdong Market

Kim Kwannyoung, candidate for Governor of Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province, strongly objected on the 25th to the Jeonbuk Provincial Chapter of the Democratic Party of Korea starting disciplinary proceedings against three party members, calling it "selective discipline applied only in Jeonbuk."

Kim Kwan-young, candidate for Governor of Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province, visited Bongdong Market in Jeonju on the 25th and announced the "Declaration of Centering on the Livelihood Economy."

In a statement released by Kim Kwannyoung’s campaign committee on this day, they said, "It is within the rightful authority of a political party to discipline members according to party rules, so that itself is not the issue." However, they pointed out, "What matters is whether the disciplinary authority is exercised fairly and in a way that is understandable."

In particular, the campaign committee rebutted, "The discipline of Jeonbuk-based party members belonging to the Jeong Cheongrae faction is a petty tactic aimed at suppressing Kim Kwannyoung, who is causing a sensation as an independent candidate," and added, "Do they still not realize that the more they try to oppress us, the stronger the will of the people in Jeonbuk becomes?"

The committee further stated, "Look at the Pyeongtaek constituency. Former Blue House Chief Lee Hocheol has openly declared support for candidate Cho Kuk, and former lawmaker Choi Kangwook continues to express his support for Cho Kuk as well," questioning, "Are they really applying a fair standard?"

The committee asserted, "The reason we decided to run as independents was because the process of expulsion lacked fairness and was unduly harsh," and urged, "Jeonbuk is not a subordinate organization of the Jeong Cheongrae leadership. Stop the targeted disciplinary actions immediately."

Meanwhile, on this day, candidate Kim visited Bongdong Market in Jeonju and announced the 'Declaration of Livelihood Economy Focus,' clearly expressing his intention to shift the election race toward a policy-centered approach. He emphasized, "An election is not a contest of who attacks the other harder. It is a process in which we choose who can take greater responsibility for the lives of our residents, and who can better revive the Jeonbuk economy."

He continued, "A day in the market does not wait for political disputes. The sales of small business owners do not increase because of political strife. Youth jobs are not created through criticism," making it clear that the livelihood of the residents is his top priority.

Citing his achievements over the past four years, including attracting more than 27 trillion won in investment—such as a 9 trillion won investment by Hyundai Motor—and bringing in eight large companies, Kim stressed, "Results should not end with numbers. Investment must translate into jobs for young people, and attracting companies should lead to increased sales for small business owners."

As major pledges for the 9th popularly elected administration, he proposed: ▲Expanding economic growth through strengthened investment and industrial infrastructure ▲Fostering young talent and startups ▲Enhancing housing, care, and welfare policies ▲Balanced growth across all 14 cities and counties ▲Preparing for the next 100 years with a focus on AI, energy, and future industries.

Kim emphasized, "With physical AI, bio, secondary batteries, renewable energy, defense industry, future vehicles, and advanced industries in Saemangeum, Jeonbuk is becoming the center of South Korea’s future industries," and reiterated, "The future of Jeonbuk lies not in conflict, but in livelihood and the economy."

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