President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law in South Korea, citing alleged anti-state activities by opposition forces. This extremely surprising move grants the military authority over civilian affairs. Why did this happen? Some context and thoughts are below. apnews.com/article/sout... - ThreadSky

stevendenney86.bsky.social • 90 days ago

President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law in South Korea, citing alleged anti-state activities by opposition forces. This extremely surprising move grants the military authority over civilian affairs. Why did this happen? Some context and thoughts are below.

https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-yoon-martial-law-997c22ac93f6a9bece68454597e577c1

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stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

The drastic move is certainly a response to mounting political challenges. The opposition-controlled parliament had been actively pursuing motions to impeach key prosecutors and Yoon himself and rejecting government budget proposals.

https://www.chosun.com/english/national-en/2024/07/10/4VGPBORKEVCLDCUZY54SEPLK74/

stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

Han Dong-hoon, leader of the ruling People Power Party (PPP), criticized Yoon's martial law declaration as "wrong" and pledged to "stop it with the people." This internal dissent is likely to exacerbate existing public discontent and further erode trust in the PPP.

https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-yoon-martial-law-997c22ac93f6a9bece68454597e577c1

stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

Yoon's foreign policy, particularly trilateral cooperation with the US and Japan, has been praised. However, his approval ratings remain abysmal domestically, reflecting a significant disconnect between international achievements and public sentiment at home.

https://apnews.com/article/biden-south-korea-japan-north-korea-russia-24e1a85916b650c130c5b167cd3c8b79

stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

Recent polling data indicates a significant decline in President Yoon's public support from an already low base. Gallup Korea's survey in November showed his approval rating at 17%, a record low.

https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2024-11-08/national/politics/Yoons-approval-rating-hits-17-sets-alltime-low-for-second-straight-week/2173822

stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

Yoon’s unpopularity stems from economic struggles, controversies around First Lady, medical reform backlash, and a confrontational leadership style. Approval ratings remain at historic lows.

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-poll-shows-yoons-approval-rating-lowest-since-inaguration-2024-09-13/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

stevendenney86.bsky.social•90 days ago

Yoon’s martial law marks the likely end of his presidency, with opposition mounting—even from his party. Under Article 77 of the Constitution, the National Assembly can lift martial law by majority vote. Assuming they can convene, this seems inevitable.

theanuhart.bsky.social•90 days ago

This story could almost entirely predict a not too distant Trump U.S. Presidency. He can't get his agenda through a Senate filibuster and declares insurrection act citing communist forces.

The only difference being that his party in congress would near 100% back him.

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