The Korea Times
The ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) on Saturday nominated Rep. Wi Seong-gon, a three-term lawmaker, as its candidate for Jeju governor, party officials said. Wi will face the main opposition People Power Party's candidate, Moon Sung-yu, in the high-stakes June 3 local elections. A native of Jeju, Wi has won three consecutive terms representing a constituency on the southern island. With Wi's nomination, the DPK has finalized its candidates for all 16 mayoral and gubernatorial posts up for grabs in the upcoming elections.
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