Lee campaigns in Wonju, home to public bio and medical institutions

NOW with election day slated for next Tuesday campaigning continues with contenders out on the streets to share their vision for Korea.

That being said our political correspondent Shin Ha-young is standing by at a rally of liberal party contender Lee Jae-myung who is speaking to supporters in Gangwon-do Province.

Ha-young, welcome back.

So it's the last day of early voting and we have four days left before the actual election day.

What has Lee Jae-myung been saying?

Sunny. As you've mentioned, today is the last day of early voting, and the Democratic Party is giving it their all until the end.

As you can see behind me, DP candidate Lee Jae-myung is on stage right now delivering a speech here in the city of Wonju, Gangwon-do Province.

Now this is Lee's first visit to the province during the official campaign period.

The DP describes the region as an "Innovation City," home to public bio and medical institutions.

As part of today's campaign, Lee is expected to share plans to grow the AI healthcare industry, expand bio research and development, and boost Wonju's future industrial competitiveness.

Ahead of his visit here, Lee stopped in Chuncheon, where he addressed the people's livelihoods.

Take a listen.

"Real freedom comes from a fair and equal society. We need to make sure everyone has a fair chance by removing unfair barriers and creating a level playing field. Freedom doesn't mean being free to starve --that's not true freedom."

Meanwhile Ha-young, the FIRST day of EARLY voting saw a RECORD number of voters.

What has been the response to this reality from the liberal party?

Regarding yesterday's record-high early voting turnout, the DP said it was a clear reminder that votes are more powerful than bullets.

The party attributed the high turnout to the public's strong desire to end the insurrection fallout and put the country back on track.

Take a listen to what the party's election committee had to say.

"In the 2022 presidential election, early voting turnout hit a record high of 36-point-9 percent. Let's break that record again today. By taking part in early voting, you can help end the insurrection, restore livelihoods, and bring the country back together."

The party said that it will stay humble and focus on the people's wish for a change in government.

That's all for this hour. Back to you Sunny.

All right Ha-young, thank you for now and do keep us updated with the latest from the liberal camp.