Seoul City Government Considering Banning Protests on Certain Days in Gwanghwamun Square
I can understand why people would want to have days where the public can enjoy the Gwanghwamun area without protesters everywhere. However, it is interesting that this idea comes up when it is conservative groups busy rallying against the liberal Korean president. When the liberal groups were rallying against the former conservative President Park Geun-hye the city government did not consider doing this:
Squares and plazas in Seoul, open to all including protests and sit-ins, may get a “break” day.
Citizens have been calling for a “break” from rallies at Gwanghwamun Square, Cheonggye Plaza, Seoul Plaza and other public spaces in downtown Seoul, and the city government is seriously considering this.Seoul Metropolitan Government said Tuesday it is considering designating a “no-rally day” regularly, a day without any protests, rallies, or other events at the locations so that the public can use them.
Korea Times
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Commie moon stripping free speech and expression, no surprise there.
On one hand it would give some respite to those who just need to get through the affected area or conduct activities.
On the other never underestimate the intention.. ummm.. potential for abuse.
“Seoul Metropolitan Government said Tuesday it is considering designating a “no-rally day” regularly, proposing no anti-government protests would be allowed on days ending in a Y or 일.”
Researching the candlelight revolution, I’ve found references that Gwanghwamun Square was declared a demonstration-free zone when it opened in 2009. This discussion indicates all squares & plazas in Seoul are open to all including protests and sit-ins. Including Gwanghwamun? When was the demonstration-free policy changed and has a “no-rally day” been established. Thank you. 감사합니다