People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk marks one-year anniversary

People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk marked his first anniversary in office with a press conference addressing internal party reforms and future political strategies. Jang emphasized his ‘Party Member Sovereignty 2.0’ initiative, which includes a controversial proposal to introduce direct elections for local party chairpersons. While he expressed a firm belief in this reform, he noted that he is currently listening to various opinions regarding its timing and implementation speed to manage internal opposition.

The party is also facing internal friction regarding the balance between party member interests and general public sentiment. High-profile figures such as Ahn Cheol-soo and Kim Gi-hyeon have engaged in public debates over whether the party should prioritize its members or the broader electorate. Additionally, some senior members have called for leadership changes to ensure the party is prepared for the 2028 general elections.

On policy matters, Jang indicated that the party will conduct intensive discussions during its upcoming workshop regarding digital asset taxation. The party has previously advocated for the suspension or abolition of taxes on virtual assets, a move that could impact young investors. Jang stated that the party aims to build a strong foundation for victory in the next general election through organizational restructuring and talent recruitment.