A Manifesto

Welcome. My name is Jay. As an accountant specializing in complex M&A transactions, my professional focus has demanded a rigorous, fact-based approach to identifying risks and values. My extensive time abroad, including a decade long secondment in Mongolia, provided firsthand experience with how deeply corrupt political power can compromise a nation’s economy and citizens’ lives. This background confirms my core belief in free markets, transparent governance, and the critical importance of holding power accountable.

I am launching this blog to apply that same rigorous discipline to Korean politics. My goal is to provide a balanced, yet critical, analysis of current events, with a focus on the risks posed by policies that undermine market freedom and institutional integrity.

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1. Korea: A Critical Pillar of the Free World

South Korea’s dramatic economic growth and democratic stability were achieved through its strong alliance with the West. I intend to highlight why Korea remains a pivotal geostrategic and economic anchor for the free world. It is also crucial to acknowledge the deep gratitude that the vast majority of the Korean population holds for the assistance provided by the West during and after the Korean War. I will consistently challenge any narratives or political efforts that seek to weaken this fundamental alliance and historical bond.

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2. Analyzing Policy Risk and Power Centralization

My professional experience has made me skeptical of policies often championed by the political left, which I analyze as carrying a high risk of economic inefficiency and excessive expansion of state power. I will objectively document how populist economic measures or attempts at judicial and media reform may erode the foundational principles of a free market and constitutional republic. My analysis is firmly rooted in a conviction that good governance must protect individual economic liberty.

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3. Bridging the Information Gap with Insight

The perspective on Korean politics presented in much of the international media is often incomplete or lacks necessary context. Using my background as a global M&A professional, I aim to serve as a vital bridge, translating complex political and historical contexts for a Western audience. My goal is to empower readers to look past simple headlines and gain a true insight into the genuine stakes of South Korea’s political future.

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4. Establishing a Record of Accountability

Accountability is the bedrock of democracy. I believe it is essential to create a documented record of political actions. I will meticulously compile and analyze cases of government overreach, policy failures, and misuse of power by political figures. This function serves as a crucial digital record, ensuring that facts are preserved and that future leaders can be held to account based on transparent, available information.

This is my personal commitment. I am dedicated to providing a clear, informed, and unvarnished perspective on the Republic of Korea.