The article is a call to action directed at President Lee Jae-myung, emphasizing the urgent need to tackle the educational challenges in South Korea after he has shown commitment to multi-property taxation policies. The author, a professor at Kunsan National University, highlights the significant scale of the private education sector, which has reached 27 trillion won in 2023, posing a comparable strain on the populace as the real estate issues. He argues that reforming the university entrance exam system and dismantling the private education market should be next priorities, as they are crucial for societal improvement.

The professor points out the historical reluctance of governments since 1993 to implement meaningful educational reforms due to fears of public backlash and losing support. Despite various attempted reforms over the years, substantial changes have been elusive. He draws a parallel between the government's actions in real estate regulation and the need for similar resolve in education, suggesting that overcoming this deep-rooted issue involves confronting significant resistance but is necessary for the nation’s future.

Furthermore, he asserts that educational reform should not be seen as insurmountable but rather as a question of will and leadership. If the government's policies are deemed reasonable, just, and based on legal standards, any resistance from vested interests in the private education market would ultimately fail. This perspective places responsibility on the government to lead the charge in reform and thereby improve the broader social fabric.