Political leaders honor citizens of 1960 pro-democracy uprising

National Assembly officials and floor leaders of major parties pay tribute at the April 19th National Cemetery in northern Seoul on April 19 2025 — National Assembly officials and floor leaders of major parties pay tribute at the April 19th National Cemetery in northern Seoul on April 19, 2025.

SEOUL, April 19 (AJP) - South Korean political leaders on Saturday paid tribute to the citizens who took part in the pro-democracy uprising 65 years ago.

Leaders from both major parties, including Democratic Party acting leader Park Chan-dae and People Power Party floor leader Kwon Seong-dong, visited a cemetery in northern Seoul to pay respects to those who died in the 1960 pro-democracy movement.

The revolution was triggered by widespread protests against election fraud and authoritarian rule. It saw massive participation from students and citizens, and ultimately led to then-President Syngman Rhee stepping down.

In a social media post after the visit, Park vowed, “Let us once again recall the revolution and do all we can to ensure our democracy stands firm.”

“On this day 65 years ago, students and citizens rose up against injustice,” Kwon also wrote in a social media post. “We remember their sacrifice with deep respect.”

Im Yoon-seo lyseo0330@ajupress.com

Political leaders honor citizens of 1960 pro-democracy uprising

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