Moonppa: A Troubled Start for the Moon Jae-in Presidency
It could just be that the rising temperatures summoned a high-pressure system and clean air, but even nature seemed to…
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A Eulogy for Another Radical Centrist
After the electoral defeat of self-styled centrist Ahn Cheol-soo, it is worth reflecting on an alternative that the South Korean people forwent.
President Moon Jae-in: Between Everyman Persona and North Korea
Moon Jae-in won the election and restored progressive rule after 9 years. Beneath his nice-guy facade and policies toward the North lies a complex persona.
A-maizing Ambition: “Dr. Corn” Runs for South Korean Presidency
Every country has its share of unconventional presidential candidates. Recently, a man dubbed "Dr. Corn" declared his bid. Sorry for the corny headlines.
Park Geun-hye Is Ousted. She Will Fight to Survive, Again.
After being ousted, it took her two and a half days to move out of the presidential Blue House. She arrived at her home in Gangnam with a smile.
Goodbye, Mr. Half
Former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is no longer trying to be the next South Korean president. He has only himself to blame.
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.
“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.
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.