One side uses feminism as a distraction while the other seeks to drop charges

Was the ‘Bait Theory’ correct?···The Democratic Party distances itself from Yong Hye-in while defending Kim Seung-won
2026. 9. 5. 11:08
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Yong Hye-in, nominee for Minister of Gender Equality and Family, arrives at the personnel hearing preparation office set up in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, on the 4th. Yonhap News
Opinions within the Democratic Party are clearly divided regarding nominees Yong Hye-in (Minister of Gender Equality and Family) and Kim Seung-won (Minister of Justice), both of whom are embroiled in various controversies. While there is a distinct public sentiment to distance itself from nominee Yong, some within the Democratic Party are even arguing that she should voluntarily withdraw her candidacy. On the other hand, the party leadership is actively defending nominee Kim.
It is a classic case of "striking the east to attack the west."