Lee Un-ju Challenges Lee Jae-myung's 'One Person, One Vote' Proposal, Citing Procedural Flaws

Lee Un-ju Challenges 'One Person, One Vote' Procedures

Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) Supreme Council Member Lee Un-ju publicly challenged DPK leader Lee Jae-myung's push for a 'one person, one vote' system on November 24th, raising significant procedural issues that could shake the party's foundations. In an interview, Lee criticized the proposed revisions to the party charter and regulations, stating they "did not follow democratic procedures." She argued that the amendment, spearheaded by Representative Jung Chung-rae, is being advanced in a way that does not align with the principles of intra-party democracy.

Specific Concerns Regarding Procedural Flaws: Lee emphasized that "important amendments to the party charter and regulations should be decided after sufficient consultation and discussion with party members." She pointed out that "this amendment is being pushed forward quickly under the leadership's direction without an adequate deliberation process." Lee stressed the need for a more cautious approach, as the 'one person, one vote' system could significantly impact the party's future.

Party Leadership's Response and Intra-Party Reactions: The DPK leadership previously approved the relevant amendments to the party charter and regulations at a closed-door Supreme Council meeting on November 21st. Lee argued that "the party leadership pushing through the amendment without sufficient explanation is disregarding the will of the party members," and demanded a correction of the procedural defects. Division of opinion and future prospects within the party

Some party members agree with Lee's argument, stating that "the problems of the delegate system are severe," while others are calling for a cautious approach, arguing that "the 'one person, one vote' system could cause internal chaos." Lee Jae-myung and the party leadership have not yet issued an official statement, drawing attention to their future response.

Future Challenges and Prospects for the Party: The DPK is expected to engage in in-depth discussions surrounding the introduction of the 'one person, one vote' system. The party leadership faces the challenge of gathering opinions from within the party and reaching a reasonable conclusion. The party's future and leadership are expected to be tested depending on how this controversy is resolved.