Han Byung-do: "National Assembly Clock Will Not Stop Despite PPP Obstruction; We Will Not Repeat Vicious Cycle of Filibusters"

Han Byung-do, Acting Leader and Floor Leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, stated, "The Democratic Party will not repeat the vicious cycle of the first half of the National Assembly, which was marked by meaningless filibusters (legal obstruction of parliamentary proceedings through unlimited debate) by the People Power Party."

During the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly today (July 8), Acting Leader Han said, "There should be no parliamentary standstill when it comes to the livelihoods of the people."

He pointed out, "No matter how much the People Power Party obstructs, the clock of the National Assembly cannot be stopped," adding, "Even if there are disagreements between the ruling and opposition parties, it is the duty of the National Assembly and our obligation to the people to reach a conclusion on bills brought to the plenary session through a vote, whether in favor or against."

He continued by pressuring the People Power Party once again to open a plenary session tomorrow (July 9) to process the bills, noting, "Among the 52 bills currently on the plenary session agenda, a significant number have already completed review without major contention through the standing committees and the Legislation and Judiciary Committee."

Regarding the August 17 national convention, which is about a month away, Acting Leader Han remarked, "It should be a festival where the dignity of competition and the value of harmony coexist, and a venue for healthy competition that creates greater innovation by debating policies and visions."

He added, "I urge all candidates and party members to continue with dignified competition so that the national convention can provide hope to the public, opportunities to the youth, and pride to the party members."

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