Jeong Wono Participates in Early Voting: "Citizens' Demand for New Leadership Will Emerge"

Early Voting on May 29 at Sogong-dong, Jung-gu
Near Seoul City Hall
Urges Early Voting for a Mayor Who Prioritizes Safety
Aspires to Be a Mayor Elected with Broad Citizen Support

Jeong Wono, the Democratic Party of Korea candidate for Seoul mayor, stated on May 29, "The Seoul mayoral election is expected to be closely contested, but the citizens' desire for new energy and leadership will become evident through this election."

Seong-Won Oh, candidate for Seoul Mayor from the Democratic Party, and his spouse Hye-Jung Moon visited the early voting station set up at the Administrative Complex in Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, on the first day of early voting for the 9th nationwide simultaneous local elections on May 29, 2026, to cast their votes. Photo by Dongju Yoon

On the first day of early voting for the 9th nationwide local elections, Jeong cast his vote in the morning at the Administrative Complex in Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, accompanied by his spouse, Moon Hyejung.

Regarding his decision to vote at a polling station near Seoul City Hall instead of in Seongdong-gu, Jeong explained, "It is close to my campaign office, and I chose this location because many young office workers participate in early voting here." While waiting in line to vote, Jeong took photos and greeted citizens.

After casting his vote, he said, "Early voting begins today. I urge you to participate and ensure that a new mayor, who prioritizes safety above all, is elected in this race. I ask that you select a mayor through early voting who will steadfastly and comfortably support citizens' daily lives and champion the well-being of all residents."

He added, "We will continue to campaign and share our policy pledges until the very end for those who have not yet made up their minds. The Seoul mayoral race will be a close contest, but I am determined to win." He went on to say, "I hope the voter turnout for this local election will approach 60%. My aspiration is to become a mayor elected with broad support and sound judgment from the citizens, so that I can pursue my work with strength and conviction."

Regarding the televised debate for Seoul mayoral candidates hosted by the National Election Commission at 11 p.m. the previous day, Jeong commented, "I believe the other candidates did their best in the debate." However, he added, "As I had feared, there was some negative campaigning and slander, which I found regrettable."

Later today, Jeong plans to campaign in the northeastern districts of Seoul, including Gangbuk, Seongbuk, Jongno, and Mapo.

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