As a debate denying constitutional values was held in the National Assembly, a bill to 'suspend the duties of assembly members' is being promoted as an alternative to the current difficulty in expelling members.
The absence of the Ethics Committee makes direct disciplinary action against unethical conduct by members difficult, and consequently, there is no appropriate disciplinary procedure when issues such as the 5·18 denial debate arise. Spokesperson Cho Gye-won stated that direct discussions on expulsion are impossible in the current situation.
This bill's main content is to maintain the assembly member's position but suspend their duties with the consent of a majority of the National Assembly. This aims for a strong sanction effect equivalent to effectively depriving a member of their position, and it has been prepared as an indirect countermeasure to the current impossibility of expulsion.
If the newly proposed bill for suspending the duties of assembly members passes, it is highly likely to be applied to members who have engaged in acts denying the spirit of 5·18. Not only within the Democratic Party but also within the People Power Party, there is agreement on including 5·18 in the constitutional preamble, which is expected to create an atmosphere of zero tolerance for anti-constitutional behavior. Spokesperson Cho Gye-won predicted that the firm will of Party leader Kim Min-seok and the consensus within the National Assembly would lead to action.
Spokesperson Cho Gye-won strongly criticized extremists for holding debates arbitrarily in the National Assembly. He particularly asserted that acts denying the spirit of 5·18 are considered a denial of our constitutional values and thus constitute an unacceptable debate in the National Assembly.
Spokesperson Cho Gye-won emphasized that they would continue parliamentary activities in this direction and strive to gain the trust of the public. This demonstrates the party's will to enhance political effectiveness.
Furthermore, they presented a firm goal of winning the upcoming general election and re-establishing government based on this cohesion. This is interpreted as a message declaring the party's future vision and solidarity both domestically and internationally.
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