Kim Minseok on President Lee's Press Conference: "Shared Thoughts and Sentiments... Commitment to Livelihoods, Reform, and Unity"

Han Byungdo: "A Turning Point for Restoring Public Trust in State Affairs"

Kim Minseok, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, commented on President Lee Jae-myung's press conference on September 18, saying, "Throughout the broadcast, I felt the same thoughts and emotions."

After President Lee's press conference, Kim spoke to reporters and stated, "The party will also listen with greater humility and strive to improve people's livelihoods," expressing his commitment.

(Seoul=Yonhap News) Reporter Hyunwoo Shin = Kim Minseok, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is seen speaking with reporters after watching the live broadcast of President Lee Jae-myung's press conference at the National Assembly on September 18, 2026. nowwego@yna.co.kr(End)

Park Sungjoon, chief spokesperson for the Democratic Party, said during a briefing at the Communication Center that "President Lee's press conference was an opportunity for the President to honestly and candidly share his thoughts on state affairs with the public in a straightforward and humble manner."

Chief spokesperson Park added, "Above all, we were once again able to confirm President Lee's commitment to improving people's livelihoods, pursuing reform, and promoting national unity. We will support this effort in the National Assembly through legislation, policy, and budget measures so that the real lives of our citizens can improve."

Han Byungdo, floor leader of the Democratic Party, stated, "We will remain even more humble and attentive to the will and lives of the people," and added, "I believe this press conference will serve as a turning point in restoring public trust in state affairs."

Floor leader Han said, "President Lee also directly addressed a number of issues that the People Power Party has previously used as material for political attacks. He made it clear that he has 'absolutely no intention to serve another term,' and, in requesting the removal of the right to dismiss indictments from the special prosecutor bill, he emphasized the principle that the focus should be solely on uncovering the truth behind fabricated indictments."

He went on to say, "Now that the President's position is clear, the People Power Party must also put an end to wasteful political strife and irresponsible obstruction of state affairs."

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