Lee Jae-myung: Populist, Left-wing, Unapologetic
Some say he's like Bernie Sanders. He's also called Korea's Donald Trump. Whatever he may be, Lee Jae-myung certainly doesn't mince his words.
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Goodbye, Mr. Half
Former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is no longer trying to be the next South Korean president. He has only himself to blame.
South Korea’s Feudal Presidency: Ban Ki-moon Returns to Claim the Throne
Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon is in Korea, dutifully performing certain political rituals in a sign that presidency is still very much a feudal institution.
Weekly Brief: Nov. 14th – 20th
Water cannon trucks brought out to protests; a proposed partner registration act; President Park dares the National Assembly to impeach her; and more.