Former Minister Choo Mi-ae criticizes Representative Lee Jae-myung, and internal conflict within the Democratic Party intensifies over a potential merger with the Rebuilding Korea Party.
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Former Minister of Justice Choo Mi-ae raised her voice in criticism over Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, nominating Kim Ji-yong as a candidate for the head of the Serious Crimes Investigation Office. Former Minister Choo likened Representative Lee's decision to the Lee Syngman administration's appointment of pro-Japanese collaborators, raising concerns about a regression in prosecutorial reform.
Former Minister Choo Mi-ae caused controversy by mentioning an internal power struggle within the Democratic Party after appearing on Kim Eo-jun's News Factory. This was interpreted as her showing agreement with Mr. Kim Eo-jun's arguments rather than Representative Lee Jae-myung's actions. Some observers speculate that Mr. Kim Eo-jun intends to promote former Minister Choo Mi-ae as the next leader, following Representative Cho Kuk.
Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, emphasized principled discussions regarding a merger and alliance with the Rebuilding Korea Party, stating that 'the era of sharing stakes is over.' In response, Cho Kuk, leader of the Rebuilding Korea Party, strongly refuted Representative Kim Min-seok's remarks as 'attacking a straw man,' expressing dissatisfaction over the issue of merger stakes.
The Rebuilding Korea Party is taking a high-handed approach towards the Democratic Party, demanding guaranteed stakes in a merger and an apology for 'color revolution' rhetoric. They appear to be employing a 'fear marketing' strategy, claiming that it will be difficult for the Democratic Party to secure a majority of seats in the general election without the Rebuilding Korea Party's cooperation, to gain leadership in merger discussions. In particular, remarks from Mr. Kim Eo-jun suggesting he would not help the Democratic Party in the general election if a merger with the Rebuilding Korea Party does not occur are putting pressure on the Democratic Party.
Within the Rebuilding Korea Party, differences are emerging between moderates and hardliners regarding the method of merger with the Democratic Party. The possibility of dissatisfaction being expressed by moderates regarding the current hardline approach towards the Democratic Party has been raised. This could lead to internal strife within the Rebuilding Korea Party and act as a variable in future merger discussions.
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