South Korea: Prosecutor Seeks Death Penalty for Ex-President Over Martial Law Plot
South Korea prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-president Yoon over martial law. This is a pretty striking headline, isn’t it? The thought of a former head of state facing the ultimate penalty is definitely a conversation starter. We’re talking about a man who once held the highest office in the land, now potentially facing execution. While the death penalty is a really complex issue, there’s a strong argument to be made that in cases of such egregious betrayal of public trust, it’s perhaps more justified.
South Korean citizens, judging from what’s been said, appear to have a wide range of opinions on this.… Continue reading