Weekly Brief: Nov. 21st – 27th
State-authored textbooks might not be approved; President Park could face impeachment this week; the emerging culture of rallies and more in Weekly Brief.
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Weekly Brief: Nov. 7th – 13th
One million march against President Park; whistle-blowers face retribution; Seoul plans to improve air quality; and more in the Weekly Brief.
Weekly Brief: Oct. 31st – Nov. 6th
Young activist faces prison for demonstrating; anti-government demonstration takes place over Choi Soon-sil scandal; Thai migrant workers suffer.
“Step Down, Park”: Anti-Government Protestors Occupy Downtown Seoul
Masses of South Korean protestors took to downtown Seoul Saturday, demanding that President Park Geun-hye step down.
Choi Soon-sil Gate Parodies: Let the Fun Times Roll
The Choi Soon-sil gate has shocked many South Koreans. But people are having some fun with inventive parodies mocking Park Geun-hye and her pal.
The Choi Soon-sil Gate: The Saddest Political Drama Ever Told
The Choi Soon-sil scandal has been more riveting than most TV dramas. And dramas will be my source of enlightenment during this trying time.
Weekly Brief: Oct. 24th – 30th
Choi Soon-sil scandal blows open and threatens presidency; artists jailed for criticizing government; Baek Nam-gi autopsy warrant expires and more.
South Korea’s History Textbook Whitewash
By revising the history textbook, the government will whitewash the past to bolster the conservative cause at the expense of the education system and South Korea’s international reputation as a democracy.
Why Sewol Families Still Fight
Families of the Sewol disaster victims continue to seek answers about the deaths of loved ones, going against a government that is determined to stop them.
Park Geun-hye’s Presidency Is Adrift
Park Geun-Hye has been president of South Korea for just over two years, and the emerging consensus is that her presidency is flailing, opaque, and unfocused.
Gender Equality in South Korea: A Long Way to Go
South Korea has made much headway in women’s rights, but more needs to be done despite the election two years ago of its first female president, Park Geun-hye.
South Korean Group Cheers North Korea and Challenges Blue House
A South Korean group at a football match involving North Koreans makes dramatic contact with North Korean players after the game.