Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea, announced a senior citizens' pledge on the 8th, which is Parents' Day, that included improving the reduction of the basic pension for couples and the reduction of national pension benefits for working seniors, and easing the burden of caregiving costs.

Lee Jae-myung, the candidate for the Democratic Party of Korea, states on the afternoon of the 7th, the last day of the second alley listening tour, in front of a cafe in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, regarding the postponement of the first trial date for the violation of the Public Official Election Act case, that it is a 'proper decision by the court.' /Courtesy of News1

The candidate noted on Facebook in the morning of that day, "The seniors who created a proud history should be able to enjoy a healthy and happy old age, and the state must repay them properly," as he announced these pledges.

The candidate specifically proposed the following: ▲gradual reduction of the basic pension for couples ▲improvement of the reduction of national pension benefits for working seniors ▲lowering the age of health insurance coverage for implants and increasing the number of procedures ▲implementation of a national responsibility system for senior care ▲easing the burden of caregiving costs ▲expansion of the primary care system ▲expansion of support for senior leisure welfare facilities ▲expansion of customized dwellings and the introduction of a public trust system for seniors ▲expansion of public jobs and enhancement of sports facilities for seniors.

The candidate said, "I will gradually reduce the basic pension for couples," and added, "I will help senior couples live more comfortably."

He also said, "I will improve the reduction of national pension benefits for working seniors," adding, "It is right to encourage seniors, who can work in the 100-year lifespan era."

Regarding the national responsibility system for senior care, he pledged, "I will expand integrated care provided by the community, so that seniors can receive care comfortably in their neighborhoods."

The candidate stated about the burden of caregiving costs, "Society, not individuals, will share this burden," and added, "Public entities will share the burden to alleviate worries about caregiving bankruptcy."

The candidate emphasized, "Every single senior is the history of our Republic of Korea," and stated, "Now, what is needed is not poverty and loneliness, but fair treatment for dedication and effort. A society that takes responsibility for the elderly's old age is a true Sunjin country."

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