Former Lawmaker Choi Kang-wook, Who Received Special Presidential Pardon on Liberation Day, "I Will Reflect More and Live Kindly"

Former Democratic Party lawmaker Choi Kang-wook expressed his feelings after receiving a special presidential pardon and restoration of rights on Liberation Day.

On the 12th, Choi stated on his Facebook, "I have received encouragement that exceeds what I deserve," and added, "I will reflect more and live kindly."

Notably, Choi added, "I will never forgive Yoon Duk-mu (the leader of the insurrection, Yoon Seok-youl)." This is interpreted as a strong expression of criticism towards the former president.

"I will never forgive Yoon Duk-mu (the leader of the insurrection, Yoon Seok-youl)"

Choi has faced restrictions on his political activities due to legal issues.

He was sentenced to 8 months in prison, with a 2-year suspended sentence confirmed in December last year, for issuing a false internship confirmation letter for the son of former Justice Minister Cho Kuk. Additionally, he was also prosecuted for defamation against former Channel A reporter Lee Mo and was fined 10 million won, a decision confirmed in July.

President Yoon Seok-youl's Special Pardon Includes Many Politicians on Liberation Day

This pardon was part of the special presidential pardon announced by President Yoon Seok-youl on the 11th for Liberation Day.

In addition to Choi Kang-wook, former Justice Minister Cho Kuk and former Democratic Party lawmaker Yoon Mi-hyang were also included in the list of those pardoned.

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