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Helen121 @helen121.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

A lesson to many right now. We hope that South Korea can consolidate their democracy, Syria can move towards building a democratic state, that Ukraine can keep theirs and America can protect theirs.

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Suzannah Rowntree @suzannahrowntree.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Merry Christmas to South Korea, and a very happy and democratic New Year

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Confirmation hearings for the 3 nominations are expected to be scheduled sometime between December 18-24, with a vote planned before year-end. If the impeachment motion passes, these appointments can proceed unhindered by Yoon, enabling the court to restore its full 9-member composition.2/2

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

The current Constitutional Court, with its six justices, can technically remove the president with a unanimous vote. However, concerns persist about this '6-member system.' With President Yoon's impeachment motion likely to pass, the opposition is hastening efforts to fill the three vacant seats.1/2

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W.R. Gingell @wrgingell.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

wheeeee! so good to hear!

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

“The sovereignty of the Republic of Korea resides with the people, and all power emanates from the people.” 대한민국 헌법 제1조 1. 대한민국은 민주공화국이다. 2. 대한민국의 주권은 국민에게 있고, 모든 권력은 국민으로부터 나온다.

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Glonzo In Exile 🇨🇦🇬🇱🇨🇦🇬🇱 @glonzo-in-exile.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Holding a despotic president to account!

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

The immediate cheer echoed across the wall and was heard live. 🥹🫶

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Skaiiaiai @skairunner.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

204 for, 85 against, 3 abstain, and 8 invalid votes! The crowd went wild when he said 204 and they immediately starting singing "into the new world" 😄

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

#SouthKorea #BreakingNews The #impeachment motion was just passed with 204 votes in favor. Great job, everyone. 🕯️ We did it!

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Thank you for taking the time to engage and share such kind feedback!

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Andrew Pyle @aspyle.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Had not seen such a clear overview of the nature of the South Korea Democracy #crisis since reading this - thank you for sharing, @heesoojang.bsky.social So important to consider this, esp considering devs in US political dynamics and general push toward polarization & reduction in checks on power

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Aw, thanks so much for the kind words! You're awesome too for the support—means a lot!

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Anton Hur @antonhur.com · 12/12/2024

Was asked to interview for a western media outlet and they were like "and has the impeachment vote awakened the women into political consciousness" and I was like ??? Women have always been the FOREFRONT of protest in Korea: Yoo Gwan Soon, stroller-pushing mothers in 2008, Ewha Women's Uni in 2016??

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Benjamin A. Engel @benjaminaengel.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

On top of all Yoon’s craziness, minor opposition party leader Cho Kuk sentenced to 2 years in prison so he’s ineligible for presidential election m-en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN2024...

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(URGENT) Minor opposition leader Cho Kuk sentenced to two years in prison | Yonhap News Agency

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

The former. If President Yoon's impeachment motion passes, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will be responsible for approving the appointments of new justices to the Constitutional Court.

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Let's see what happens this Saturday.

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Yes, surreal is the right word—no other word comes to mind.

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Anton Hur @antonhur.com · 12/12/2024

Another extra legal point for journalists and Korea influencers: In Korea, what we officially call the "Supreme Court" is really our highest appellate court. The "Constitutional Court" technically exists above it but it's not as powerful. In America, the "Supreme Court" IS the Constitutional Court

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Anton Hur @antonhur.com · 12/12/2024

So ironic that constitutional law, my least favorite subject at Korea Law, is what's getting eyeballs on my work now. My old professors would be FURIOUS if they knew 😂 Korean constitutional law is pretty boring—Korean law doesn't use case precedent as law, we have statutes. It's mostly cut and dry.

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Today's address seemed like a preview of how President Yoon is preparing his trial arguments. He will likely repeat the same claims during Constitutional Court proceedings. #SouthKorea #MartialLaw #Impeachment

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

#SouthKorea President Yoon's address today made one thing clear: he has no plans to resign. Meanwhile, Party Leader Han Dong-hoon has called for a vote on his removal this Saturday. With additional support from the ruling party, the #impeachment motion has a higher possibility of passing.

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'I will fight to the end': S Korea's Yoon defends martial law order

President Yoon Suk Yeol said that he declared martial law to protect the country's democracy.

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William Gallo @williamgallo.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Good morning from Seoul. Still unclear who is running the country. The president is under investigation for treason and has been banned from leaving. But he still apparently remains in charge of the military. Here are the latest details:

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William Gallo @williamgallo.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

For the latest Korea news, here's a great list of Bluesky accounts to follow. Please note that this list is broad and includes North Korea watchers, as well. And let me know if you are a Korea specialist who'd like to be added to this starter pack.

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Victor Ray @victorerikray.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Rejecting bad ideas isn't a conspiracy against free thought--it is a victory for free thought.

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Eun A Jo @eunajo.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

In an explainer for @goodauth.bsky.social, I share some historical and contemporary context to martial law in South Korea and Yoon's botched attempt yesterday. goodauthority.org/news/martial...

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South Korea's president briefly declared martial law.

President Yoon’s approval rating hit a record low, at just 19 percent, last week. So what's behind his declaration of martial law?

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Why would President Yoon favor #impeachment? Some possibilities: 1️⃣ Retain legal protections as president until a final ruling 2️⃣ Use impeachment as a platform to defend his actions in an official trial 3️⃣ Delay the presidential election, avoiding the opposition momentum that resignation could trigger

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Joel Atkinson @joelatkinson.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

'The presidential office...informed the ruling party that Yoon is determined to face impeachment proceedings rather than resign & will fight the case in court...Kim Jong-hyuk, a member of the PPP's Supreme Council, confirmed Yoon's stance...citing his presidential office sources.'

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Yoon wants to fight impeachment, not resign: sources

President Yoon Suk Yeol would choose to face impeachment proceedings rather than voluntarily leave the position, as he was booked as a suspect on treason charges and barred from traveling overseas fol...

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Will the second vote on the #impeachment motion succeed in #SouthKorea this Saturday? While the opposition party has officially expressed opposition to the impeachment vote, it seems that President Yoon is leaning more toward impeachment than resignation.

chosun.com

“尹대통령, 하야 대신 탄핵 택했다”

尹대통령, 하야 대신 탄핵 택했다 與 2·3월 하야 방안 제시하자 與 관계자 尹, 조기 퇴진보다 헌법재판소서 법적 대응 입장

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Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life @citap.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

In today's newsletter: -South Korea’s fight and lessons for global democracy from @heesoojang.bsky.social -Kamala Harris’ campaign and its impact on future leadership -The rise of GLP-1 medications and their implications -The role of social media in shaping online interactions and digital trust

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Democracy in Crisis, Digital Platforms, and Leadership Redefined

From South Korea's unrest to Kamala Harris’ campaign, GLP-1 medications, and social media’s impact—CITAP researchers tackle today’s key challenges.

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Joey S. Kim (she/her) @joeykim.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Thank you for writing this. It’s very frustrating to see the lack of awareness and depth in global coverage of S. Korean politics.

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Sarah J. Jackson @sjjphd.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

And here is where, again, we need to stop talking about "the public sphere" as if it ever existed. There were always multiple publics - some w/ more power & access to mainstream spaces like media where political deliberation happens - there are dominant publics, counterpublics, and more.

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Save Democracy @mustsavedemocracy.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Your op-ed on the protests for President Yoon's resignation providing global context is crucial amid limited coverage. Keep us updated!

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soleizee.bsky.social @soleizee.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

How is Yoon not in a jail cell for fomenting an insurrection? Oh, wait… Jan. 6.

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Charis @experimentswithart.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

The U.S. media is looking inward as #SouthKorea fights for its democracy. This short read (heavy with citations) by @heesoojang.bsky.social gives important context to understand the escalating threat to the South Korean democracy. Please like & share.🙏🏼 The world needs to know! #democracy #crisis

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LMnoPe21 @lmnope21.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Good place to start bsky.app/profile/hees...

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𝒜𝓅𝓇𝒾𝓁 @arho.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

@heesoojang.bsky.social is truly a gem and her work is exactly what we need right now. Thank you… sincerely… 🫶🏾

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Joe Bishop-Henchman @jbhenchman.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

I want to watch TV coverage of the live fall of the Syrian regime. CNN is airing a Giuliani documentary, Fox News has a comedian joking about Canada, MSNBC a documentary about migrants So I turned on BBC,which is breathlessly switching between Syria, South Korea demonstrations, and Ghana election

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Wow, thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful note! This is exactly why I do what I do—it means the world to know it resonates.

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Heesoo Jang @heesoojang.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Wow, thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful note! This is exactly why I do what I do—it means the world to know it resonates.

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Dev @dev-in-pnw.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

@heesoojang.bsky.social is better than “breaking news”. She’s giving thoughtful context that’s missing from everyone racing to the publishing button, at least in regard to S Korea. I did not expect that on this app. I want more of THAT. Background context. Please!

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