Lee Jung-hyun, the chairman of the People Power Party's Candidate Management Committee in South Korea, resigned on the 13th, stating that he did not want his departure to cause internal conflicts within the party. In a conversation with Hankyoreh, Lee expressed concern that his presence could lead to unnecessary conflicts and hurt among party members. He emphasized a desire for a quiet life, mentioning his intention to fade away without exacerbating tensions within the party.

Lee's resignation came just 29 days after his appointment as the committee chairman. He noted that it was difficult to pursue the direction he had envisioned within the party, which he respected, and attributed all responsibility for the resignation to himself. While he refrained from addressing potential issues such as the candidate selection process for Seoul's mayor and discussions around rules for candidates from the Daegu and Gyeongbuk regions, Lee's abrupt departure indicates significant underlying tensions within the party's leadership.

The timing and circumstances of Lee's resignation highlight a broader context of instability within the People Power Party. Lee's comments reflect an awareness of the party's complicated dynamics and the potential for his resignation to either quell or ignite further conflicts. In this volatile political atmosphere, the resignation raises questions about the future decisions and unity within the party as they approach crucial electoral battles.