On the 4th, during a speech in the National Assembly, Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, proposed lowering the voting age to 16, prompting a renewed discussion on youth suffrage in South Korea. This suggestion aligns with the political argument that South Korean youth, with their high educational levels and critical judgment capabilities, should be granted greater electoral participation. Jang emphasized the readiness of the youth to engage with political issues. While agreeing with the notion of expanding suffrage to 16-year-olds, the article notes that implementing this change immediately before the June local elections would be premature. Extending voting rights is not simply about lowering an age limit; it requires a comprehensive readiness of the whole societal framework, including institutional preparedness and educational environments. Key issues must be addressed first, such as clarifying teachers' political rights, establishing standards for political neutrality in schools, and concretizing democratic citizenship education. The article suggests looking to the German Weitelsbach Agreement initiated in 1976 as a model. This agreement is regarded as a global standard for democratic education, emphasizing three principles: the prohibition of imposing political perspectives by teachers, the necessity for diverse perspectives on controversial issues in classrooms, and learner-centered education that empowers students to analyze their interests and engage in political realities. These principles are portrayed as vital mechanisms for safeguarding a democratic society through education.