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| Does Korean politics have any relevance to our lives in Korea? |
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TheUrbanMyth
Joined: 28 Jan 2003
Location: Retired
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 Posted: Thu Apr 10, 2008 11:47 pm Post subject: |
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| kiwiduncan wrote: |
So, under what circumstances are we allowed to vote in Korea? Isn't it like after 5 years of continuous residence, but only if we are on an F5 visa?
I remember reading a few years ago that Seoul city hall was considering extending local voting rights to expat residents and was looking at the London model.
Along with assured access to big blocks of cheddar and tubes of colgate, I know that politics and voting rights are close to the hearts of all expats in Korea. |
It's not just expats who can vote, but the majority of expats who are affected by politics. The new E-2 rules that Immigration came down with are one example. |
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Adventurer
Joined: 28 Jan 2006
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| Posted: Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:05 am Post subject: |
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I think politics in Korea may interest a certain percentage of expats.
Why? Well, we are affected by the laws passed in the country. It is thanks to the actions of certain leaders and people that the country is relatively prosperous and we are here, and the fact that we speak English is important because Koreans want to advance more when it comes to the economy. I definitely, though I am somewhat on the Left, prefer a Conservative government. The Leftist government did little for the Left, was not concerned enough with the plight of foreigners, fighting hatred against the US, a major ally, and the brainwashing in schools that encourages xenophobia while this governments somewhat more interested in looking at that since a news article brought up the 34% of officers thinking the US is the enemy. The other government seemed to have covered up. The fact that it has been mentioned is a positive sign.
Any thoughts on the matter? It would be great if we could vote, so we can pressure politicians for changes to the laws, and people would take us seriously. |
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bacasper
Joined: 26 Mar 2007
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| Posted: Fri Apr 11, 2008 2:18 am Post subject: Re: So is Clear on meaning |
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| tob55 wrote: |
I don't want to interfere in the discussion between the people discussing their views, but I just wanted to make sure we are all on the same page with regard to the definitions:
Fascist - a person who is dictatorial or has extreme right-wing views.
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While I agree with your well-meaning intention, I must correct you here to be sure we are all on the same page. The definition you give here is for "fascist." A "Fascist" is someone who is an adherent or advocate of fascism.
Carry on. |
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