Captivating Moments from South Korea’s Unexpected Election Season
On May 9, South Korea will hold a presidential election. This is how South Korean netizens approach the top contenders - with humor.
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Which South Korean Presidential Candidates Actually Care about the Environment?
What do South Korea's presidential candidates have in store for the country's beleaguered environment? Korea Exposé took a look at their manifestos.
Sim Sang-jung: A Superwoman Without Superpower
From politics to marriage, it seems like Justice Party leader Sim Sang-jung can do it all. But can she win the presidency?
THAAD Will Not Protect South Korea
THAAD, the U.S.-made missile defense system, is coming to South Korea. Numerous experts don't see the need. Residents of the deployment site vow to fight.
What “Progressive” Means in South Korea
South Korea is facing a presidential election very soon. The biggest contenders call themselves progressive. But what does that exactly mean?
Hwang Kyo-ahn: The Man Who Wouldn’t Be King
Acting president Hwang Kyo-ahn has renounced presidential ambition despite being the conservatives' unofficial leading candidate. But who is he exactly?
The Judgment Day: Park Geun-hye Ousted by Constitutional Court
On Friday, Mar. 10, 2017, South Korea made history when the Constitutional Court of Korea ruled in favor of president Park Geun-hye's ouster.
Lee Jae-myung: Populist, Left-wing, Unapologetic
Some say he's like Bernie Sanders. He's also called Korea's Donald Trump. Whatever he may be, Lee Jae-myung certainly doesn't mince his words.
Impeach the Impeachment: Older Conservatives “Defend Democracy”
A growing number of conservatives are competing against the anti-Park Geun-hye protests by holding their own "Taegeukgi Rally" to "defend democracy."
Ahn Hee-jung: A Dark Horse Gathers Pace
South Chungcheong governor Ahn Hee-jung has emerged as a serious contender for the presidency. Is there more to him than his youth, charisma and good looks?
[Updated] Guide to South Korea’s Presidential Election
Park Geun-hye resists calls for her to step down. But South Korea is ready for the presidential election. Who are the candidates? What are the main issues?
South Korea’s Feudal Presidency: Ban Ki-moon Returns to Claim the Throne
Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon is in Korea, dutifully performing certain political rituals in a sign that presidency is still very much a feudal institution.