The Democratic Party of Korea candidates for party leader Kim Min-seok, Jeong Cheong-rae, and Song Young-gil started their first round of campaigning in the Chungcheong region on the 27th, aiming to win over the hearts of party members. This primary election is expected to have a "bandwagon effect" that will influence future political landscapes. Candidate Kim emphasized the lines of people's livelihood, practicality, and expansion, and also mentioned the issue of abolishing the supplementary investigative power of prosecutors. Candidate Jeong aims to empower party members through the "one person, one vote" system and increase his chances of winning. Candidate Song directly criticized Candidate Jeong, pointing out the possibility of conflict with the president. Within the party, controversy continues over the suspicions raised by Candidate Kim regarding Shincheonji. While the pro-Myung faction emphasizes the suspicion of Shincheonji's involvement, the pro-Cheong faction demands evidence and even calls for Candidate Kim's withdrawal.
