In brief
After making waves in protests against President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law, many South Korean youths feel let down by the options in the recent election, citing unaddressed issues like unemployment and gender discrimination.
South Korea's youth are feeling disenchanted as they head to the polls, disillusioned by a lack of relatable candidates. After protests against President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law in December, many young activists anticipated meaningful change. But with elections now here, those expectations have turned to frustration. An Ye-young, a 20-year-old college hopeful, summed it up perfectly: "It's a feast with nothing to eat." With youth unemployment reaching a troubling 6.8%, critical issues like job prospects and women’s rights remain sidelined. Young people are left wondering if their voices will truly make a difference amidst these political disappointments.
