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Saenuri Party
Why South Koreans Voted for Change
By Thomas Kalinowski
While voters in South Korea may have shifted to the left, the political spectrum moved to the right.
Upheaval in South Korea’s National Assembly: Expect More Surprises
By Scott A. Snyder
The recent elections revealed deep divisions within the electorate.
New Third Party Stuns Mainstream in South Korea’s Elections
By Elaine Ramirez
As the ruling conservatives tumble, a liberal defector now holds the final say in parliament.
South Korean Political Parties' Newest Weapon: Music Videos
By Elaine Ramirez
The catchy tunes belie intense in-fighting and defections on both sides.
Can a Right Wing Defector Save Korea's Liberal Opposition?
By Elaine Ramirez
For South Korea's liberal camp, a hero rises from the right: Kim Chong-in.
Eyeing Potential Threat From North Korea, Seoul Revisits Anti-Terror Bill
By Shannon Tiezzi
South Korea's ruling party, citing terror threats from Pyongyang, urges passage of a long-stalled anti-terror bill.
South Korea's Liberal Party Woes Continue
By Steven Denney
Despite low approval ratings for the ruling party, South Korea's opposition didn't fare well in by-elections.
Call North Korea Anything But This...
By Ankit Panda
The chairman of South Korea's ruling party implied North Korea could be recognized as a nuclear power.
South Korea’s Next Presidential Candidates
By Harry W.S. Lee
Already candidates are emerging for the next presidential elections.
Big Challenges for Moon Jae-in and South Korea's Left
By Steven Denney
The election of a new leader will do little to solve NPAD's woes.
The Future of South Korea's Welfare System
By Steven Denney
Both the South Korean people and the ruling party are unsure about the possibility of expanding welfare.
Anti-Park Geun-hye Faction on the Rise in South Korea's Legislature
By Steven Denney
President Park Geun-hye faces growing opposition from within her own political party.