South Korea in 2014: A tragedy reveals the country's weaknesses

O. Fiona Yap

doi:10.1525/AS.2015.55.1.132

South Korea in 2014: A tragedy reveals the country's weaknesses

O. Fiona Yap^*

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Abstract

The Sewol ferry tragedy revealed weaknesses in South Korea's politics, economy, and society that had been sidestepped during economic development and political transition. The split in local elections, the Saenuri Party's sweep in by-elections, and the installation of critics of President Park as leaders of the ruling party all underscore the public's rejection of political stonewalling or politicking-as-usual.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	132-141
Number of pages	10
Journal	Asian Survey
Volume	55
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1525/AS.2015.55.1.132
Publication status	Published - 1 Feb 2015

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