Ahn Cheol-soo, co-chairperson of the People Power Party's campaign committee, noted on the 1st, "If Democratic Party of Korea's presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung becomes president, the country will fall," and added, "Please choose a leader who truly serves the people, the People Power Party's presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo."
Chairperson Ahn held a press conference at the National Assembly in the morning to discuss current issues, stating, "The phrase 'cultivate oneself, manage the family, govern the state, and bring peace to the world' from the Chinese classic 'The Great Learning' is the core of political philosophy and a virtue a leader should possess." He added, "Comparing the two main candidates by this standard, the choice is obviously Kim Moon-soo."
He first pointed out, "Candidate Lee already has four previous convictions," and said, "These aren't simple mistakes or actions with justification; these are convictions that make one question the basic qualities of a person." He also noted, "He is a defendant currently undergoing five trials on 12 charges, including serious allegations such as violations of the Public Official Election Act, corruption related to Daejang-dong and Baekhyeon-dong, and illegal remittances to North Korea, which the Supreme Court has sent back with a guilty intent."
Chairperson Ahn continued, "Someone who hasn't properly taken care of their family cannot take responsibility for a country. If a leader cannot embrace and protect their own family, how can they possibly care for the people and govern the nation?" suggesting criticism of Candidate Lee by saying, "Controversial issues, including extreme conflict with his brother, abusive language toward his sister-in-law, and a relationship with an actress under false pretenses that drove a nail into her heart, are widely circulated in recorded conversations and stories." He further claimed, "His wife, Kim Hye-kyung, has been sentenced to a fine in the second trial for illegal use of corporate cards, and is awaiting a Supreme Court decision. His son has already been fined for the incident you are all aware of."
He also remarked, "Candidate Lee has exaggerated his abilities with political rhetoric and agitation, mocking the people. In real terms, he has taken the worst path in municipal and provincial administration," adding, "He falsely claimed credit for the revenue created by corporations' efforts in Pangyo Techno Valley. His incompetence and deceit, evident in the 'hotel economy theory' and the 120-won coffee beans, are already felt by all the people."
Chairperson Ahn stated, "Under Lee Jae-myung's leadership, politics will become an everyday scenario of retribution and conflict. The country will be divided, politics will turn into a list targeting individuals, and the people will lose hope."
He further questioned, "Can candidate Lee stand shoulder to shoulder with world leaders representing Korea?" He added, "Korea is currently facing the greatest crisis since its founding. In such times, a leader proven by results and ability is necessary."