Legitimacy Boost

President Lee Jae Myung just got a major credibility boost thanks to his predecessor’s conviction. It’s a win, but it won’t magically fix South Korea’s toxic politics.

Polarization Problems

The country’s political divide is nasty, and it’s only going to get worse. Lee’s got his work cut out for him if he wants to unite the nation. Don’t hold your breath, though – it’s a tough sell.

Lee’s predecessor is out of the picture, but that doesn’t mean the opposition is going to roll over. They’ll keep fighting, and it’s going to get ugly. It’s not exactly a recipe for stability.