Lee Jae-myung Takes Over a Country Split by Gender Politics

Lee Jae-myung Takes Over a Country Split by Gender Politics

Though Lee attempted to sideline the issue during the campaign, gender conflict has continued, subtly but powerfully, to shape voter behavior in South Korea.

South Korean President Takes Over A Country Deeply Split By Gender Politics

Liberal candidate Lee Jae-myung has won South Korea's snap presidential election with a clear lead. With all of the ballots counted, Lee won almost 50% of the vote, ahead of his conservative rival Kim Moon-soo on 41%.

South Korea Election: Lee Jae-Myung Takes Over a Country Split by Gender Politics - GLOBAL STRAT VIEW

Ming Gao, Lund University and Joanna Elfving-Hwang, Curtin University Liberal candidate Lee Jae-myung has won South Korea’s snap presidential election with a clear lead. With all of the ballots counted, Lee won almost 50% of the vote, ahead of his conservative rival Kim Moon-soo on 41%. He takes over a country that is deeply divided along gender lines. Lee’s campaign effectively channelled voter anger. He focused on resetting South Korea’s poli…