Suspicions arise over alleged sham pre-marked ballots; NEC calls for thorough investigation
In Seoul during the early voting period for the 21st presidential election, three significant incidents involving proxy voting were reported.
Firstly, a temporary election worker from the Gangnam District Office was arrested for suspected proxy voting. Allegedly, she cast a ballot in her husband's name at a polling station in Gangnam District, and then attempted to vote again using her own ID shortly afterward. The incident was reported at 5:11 p.m., and she was apprehended 30 minutes later.
The National Election Commission recognized administrative shortcomings and expressed regret for any confusion caused by these incidents. Criticism from political parties, such as the People Power Party, called for reforms to the early voting system.
Additionally, there were concerns about proxy voting at another polling station where two female voters, who appeared to have recently eaten together, were quickly ushered into the polling station without thorough identity verification.
These incidents raised questions about the security and integrity of the early voting process during South Korea's 21st presidential election. The National Election Commission, as well as political parties, could not afford to overlook these concerns, as they could potentially undermine public trust in the election process.
- The incidents of proxy voting during the early voting period for South Korea's 21st presidential election, including the arrest of a temporary election worker and concerns about identity verification, have sparked discussions in the realm of politics and general news, creating a need for potential reforms.
- As war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice issues often erode public trust in various systems, the recent proxy voting incidents during South Korea's 21st presidential election might be seen as a pivotal concern, not only for the National Election Commission but also for the parties involved, given their potential impact on public faith in the election process.
