Candidates in the Busan North B by-election, including Ha Jeong-woo (Democratic Party), Park Min-sik (People Power Party), and Han Dong-hoon (Independent), shifted from negative campaigning to seeking Buddhist votes on Buddha's Birthday, visiting temples instead of holding rallies.
President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung made history by attending Buddha's Birthday ceremonies for the Jogye, Cheontae, and Taego Buddhist orders. This marks the first time a sitting president and their spouse have visited all three major orders on this occasion, praying for national harmony and well-being.
Candidates for the Daegu mayor, Gyeongbuk provincial governor, and Daegu Dalseong by-election intensified their campaigns on Buddha's birthday, seeking Buddhist support. Candidates from major parties attended temple events and held rallies across various locations in Daegu and Gyeongbuk.
President Lee Jae-myung emphasized harmony and coexistence on Buddha's Birthday, citing Buddhist teachings like 'Won-yung-hoe-tong' and 'Ja-ta-bul-i'. He pledged to lead a government that prioritizes national well-being and compassion.
Incheon mayoral candidates Park Chan-dae and Yoo Jeong-bok visited Buddhist temples on Buddha's Birthday, participating in ceremonies and exchanging sharp criticisms. Reform Party candidate Lee Ki-boong campaigned in Jung-gu.
Across South Korea, temples held ceremonies on May 24th to celebrate Buddha's Birthday, emphasizing peace and harmony. Key figures from religious, political, and cultural spheres attended events, including the main ceremony at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul.
President Lee Jae Myung pledged to establish a government focused on saving lives and upholding equality at a Buddha's Birthday ceremony. He emphasized policies for public safety, addressing issues like stalking crimes, and promoting societal consideration and co-existence.
President Lee Jae-myung emphasized the spirit of 'Won-yung Hoe-tong' (harmonizing different opinions) and compassion on Buddha's Birthday, vowing to create a government that saves lives and fosters coexistence and mutual prosperity.
Busan candidates for the June 3 local elections are visiting major Buddhist temples and campaigning in urban areas to win over voters on the holiday.
