Today, Explained South Korea’s incoming “anti-feminist” president
Mar 18, 2022
Nathan Park, a fellow at the Sejong Institute, and Sumi Terry, director at the Wilson Center, unpack the political landscape of South Korea following the election of President Yoon Seok-yul. They discuss his controversial anti-feminist stance and how it resonates with young voters facing housing difficulties. The conversation dives into the rising conservative sentiments linking South Korea's issues to similar movements in the U.S. Additionally, they explore the challenges Yoon faces with North Korea amid growing geopolitical tensions.
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Election Issues
- The election was focused on key issues rather than personalities.
- Rising real estate taxes and soaring housing prices in Seoul upset younger voters.
Gender Strife
- A second key issue was gender strife and a conservative turn among young men.
- These men felt aggrieved by what they perceived as aggressive, sexist policies.
Anti-Feminist Policies
- These men aimed to abolish the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, seen as a feminist institution.
- They also sought to remove gender-based affirmative action quotas.