On the 2nd of the month, Song Young-gil, a former leader of the Democratic Party in South Korea, shared a photo of himself climbing Mount Gyeongyang barefoot, stating his desire to walk again with those who have endured pain together with him. Having served five terms in the Incheon Gyeong district, Song is currently competing for nomination in the upcoming by-election alongside Kim Nam-joon, a close ally of President Lee Jae-myung, after rejoining the party. His reflections on Facebook about the mountain, which has been a source of encouragement during challenging times in his political journey, underline his commitment to reconnect with his constituency and the struggles they share.