[Joo Young-jin's News Briefing]

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■ Broadcast: SBS <Joo Young-jin's News Briefing> Monday – Friday (14:00 – 15:20)
■ Host: Anchor Joo Young-jin
■ Panel: Jang Yoon-mi, former spokesperson for the Democratic Party of Korea; Kim Keun-sik, former head of the Vision and Strategy Office of the People Power Party; Son Seok-min, SBS senior editorial writer
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● Approval Rating 'Slightly Rebounds' – Ignited Debate Over Kang Hoon-sik's Role

Jang Yoon-mi / Former Spokesperson for the Democratic Party of Korea
"Current public opinion suggests we cannot protect our seats in the general election"
"The ruling party has been recognized for its sincerity in reform, so it must now offer solutions for people's livelihoods"
"We must acknowledge Kang Hoon-sik's increased political stature and keep possibilities open"

Kim Keun-sik / Former Head of the Vision and Strategy Office of the People Power Party
"The opposition party itself may not feel the need for change and reform"
"Jang Dong-hyeok's visibility as a leader has dropped due to the influence of the 'hardline three siblings'"
"We must listen closely to Yang Hyang-ja's raising of issues and pointing out systemic errors"

손석민 / SBS Senior Editorial Writer
"Jang Dong-hyeok seems to have made a strong assertion by advocating party member sovereignty"
"I think the Seoul mayoral race might be the final option for Kang Hoon-sik"

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