๐ Protection of South Korean Democracy and the Constitution
The Constitutional Court serves as the final bastion of constitutional protection and the last safeguard of national sovereignty. It upholds the principle of a democratic republic, where all power originates from the people. According to Article 10 of the Constitution, every citizen possesses dignity and value as a human being, and the state is obligated to guarantee fundamental human rights.
๐ฅ The Necessity of President Yoon Seok-yeolโs Impeachment
President Yoon Seok-yeol has violated the Constitution and engaged in acts of rebellion. He proclaimed martial law on December 3, ordered the invasion of the National Assembly, and used force to suppress the peopleโs fundamental rights, thereby dismantling democracy. Furthermore, he engaged in political repression and dictatorial conduct by targeting political opponents, disregarding the Constitution and laws, and committing acts of constitutional disorder.
๐ฐ๐ท South Korean Citizens and National Development
The people are the true agents of South Korean democracy and national development. They have defended the country through the Imjin War, Japanese occupation, the Korean War, and military dictatorship. Additionally, South Korea has emerged as a cultural powerhouse, producing global content such as BTS, Squid Game, and Parasite, while also excelling as a dominant sports nation with Olympic gold medals. These sacrifices and achievements necessitate the protection of the Constitution and democracy.
๐ The Need to Defend the Constitution and Democracy
The Constitution serves as a national agreement and a guiding principle for the country. However, President Yoon Seok-yeol unilaterally declared martial law without procedural legitimacy, invaded the National Assembly, violated judicial independence, and abused his military command authority. These actions constitute clear acts of constitutional disorder, with ample evidence of rebellion, including the mobilization of martial law forces, the blockade of the National Assembly, and declarations aimed at invalidating elections and suppressing political opposition.
โ Legal Grounds for Impeachment
President Yoon has explicitly violated Articles 77, 82, 87, 105, and 114 of the Constitution. Furthermore, his actions fall under criminal provisions, including Article 91 of the Criminal Act (crime of treason and rebellion) and Article 106 (denial of constitutional institutions’ authority). The South Korean legal framework mandates that such unconstitutional acts be strictly punished, making impeachment an unavoidable step toward restoring constitutional order.
๐ฅ Aftermath of Rebellion and National Chaos
President Yoonโs actions have had severe repercussions on South Koreaโs economy, diplomacy, and military reputation.
- Economic damage: Stock market crashes and currency fluctuations, reduced corporate investment and consumer spending, increased closures of small businesses.
- Diplomatic damage: Declining trust among allies such as the U.S. and Japan, delays and cancellations of diplomatic meetings, concerns over South Koreaโs democratic regression in the international community.
- Military dishonor: Fears of a return to military dictatorship, violations of military neutrality, loss of public trust in the armed forces.
๐ Restoring Democracy and South Koreaโs Future
To rebuild South Korean democracy, it is crucial to eliminate dictatorial elements and ensure that national development and democracy go hand in hand. A firm response against the unconstitutional president is necessary to restore legal order and reinforce the rule of law. The Constitutional Courtโs decision will serve as a testament to South Koreaโs democratic resilience and prove that the Constitution functions as an active legal standard.
๐ Conclusion: The Inevitable Removal of President Yoon Seok-yeol
The impeachment of President Yoon is an essential step in safeguarding the Constitution and democracy. The national benefits of his removal far outweigh the costs, making it a crucial decision to protect democracy with democracy itself.
Victory of the People
- Defeating anti-democratic forces through democracy
- Protecting the Constitution from its violators
- A new beginning for South Koreaโs future