South Korea set to break early voting record as presidential election looms
Al Jazeera6 days
The high voter turnout highlights South Koreans' strong commitment to defending democratic values. The unprecedented overseas participation and long lines at polling stations reflect citizens' determination to prevent future authoritarian actions and restore stable democratic governance. This election presents a crucial opportunity to hold accountable those responsible for the attempted power grab.
Poor management at polling stations and potential security vulnerabilities in the early voting system raises serious concerns about election integrity. Multiple incidents of voting irregularities, including the removal of ballots and unauthorized voting, justify the previous administration's concerns about election security. The rushed nature of this snap election could compromise the democratic process.
There's a 7.5% chance that North Korea and South Korea will be recognized as a unified sovereign state by 2045, according to the Metaculus prediction community.