Regarding President Yoon Seok-yeol's absence from the memorial service on the 49th for the Itaewon disaster held yesterday (16th), the Democratic Party said, "President Yoon, the government and the ruling party are already ignoring the October 29 disaster even before they start a state affairs investigation to find out the truth and punish those responsible. will" he criticized.
Democratic Party spokesman Lim Oh-gyeong argued at a written briefing today, urging President Yoon to face the truth of the disaster head-on and not evade it.
Spokesman Lim said, "The streets of Itaewon, where the 49th disaster took place, were covered with tears. However, there was no government or ruling party to listen to the desperate cries of the bereaved families and citizens. Neither the president, the prime minister, nor the Minister of Public Administration and Security were even seen." said.
He pointed out, "Is it so difficult to say the word 'I'm sorry I couldn't protect you'?" and "Is it so difficult to attend (at the memorial service) even for a moment to pray for the victims' repose and pat the bereaved family on the shoulder?"
Spokesperson Lim mentioned President Yoon's participation in a promotional event for small and medium-sized businesses and small business owners yesterday, and said, "As the president responsible for public safety, I am heartbroken and sorry." I couldn't find the figure," he pinched.