"Local elections are very bleak," says former aide Lee Hye-hoon's 'hunch' [News.zip/MBC News]

I know you have a personal relationship with candidate Lee Hye-hoon. I worked as Lee Hye-hoon's aide for about a year starting in 2008. So, I know Lee Hye-hoon well. But I think there's a lot to criticize about how he completely changed his stance on various matters. That's what I think. Anyway, it seems the vetting process started about a month ago, and during that month, his active involvement as the party chapter head has been revealed. He also made many statements defending former President Yoon Suk Yeol's illegal martial law attempt and frequently criticized President Lee Jae-myung. Although he's trying to brush it off by saying he didn't fully grasp the reality, I believe there are significant grounds for criticism. However, when I worked with him, he showed a very professional side. He's quite smart and has excellent knowledge related to economics and finance. So, looking only at the appointment, I think it was quite a good choice. He'll need to explain his lack of political judgment during the confirmation hearing, but I expect continuous criticism from the People Power Party and the conservative camp. He wrote a letter of apology, right? It seems to be directed at the Democratic Party supporters and the President. Wouldn't this be somewhat acceptable? Since the Democratic Party holds an overwhelming majority in the National Assembly, passage shouldn't be difficult, but this decision fundamentally changes his life's identity and philosophy. I wonder how he feels. I feel a bit sorry for him, but I also hope he does well. But Lee Jae-myung