This is our experience of the president declaring martial law and what followed. We were awake and watching it all. This could have majorly affected Hugh's work and big projects/events he is currently working on. 6 months to a year's worth of income would all be gone...This is how we feel at the moment and how things are at the moment: of course things could change. I wasn't able to reply to everyone messaging us, so I hope this video helps.
I don't have trust that our country would gather to prevent something like this. I am disappointed in the U.S. right now. I am SO glad folks stopped this in South Korea.
I absolutely agree that it is a warning but I also think there is something to be proud of here. That so many people, especially politicians, came together so quickly to try to stop it. The world is a scary place but I have a little bit of hope today.
"We are not going back!" Sent shivers through me when you said that, as that was a rallying cry recently in my country, where the 'people' decided that yes, they wanted to go back to oppression, hate, and discrimination. I am happy for the people of South Korea and proud of them, too. I wish we had done as well.
Absolutely, I'm one of the ones who stayed awake. So grateful for South Koreans gathering in the middle of the night to prevent this abuse of power 🙏 Thank you for sharing your experience.
My heartbreaks as I'm seeing you and hearing you. Watching your video , I remember myself in front of the tv as 9/11 and January 6th were happening. Those memories are burning to my brain. What you said in your video is very much parallel to a lot of what we felt in those moments for us. I am happy korea thought for what was right. Sending you a hug.
I was awake.... I'm still exhausted and on the verge of tears just thinking about it, but life-and work-goes on and I have to be at university for my students who have finals week next week. I envy everyone who slept through this and wished I'd gone to sleep at 10pm like I usually do...
Here in Massachusetts it was early in the afternoon and I was scrolling through my social media when I first learned of this from you. Immediately I switched to the BBC to figure out what was going on and why. The closest analogy we have in recent memory is January 6, 2021. The less said about that the better, but I was busy donating platelets when that happened watching a K-drama on the monitor at my chair so I only found out about it afterwards. Now it looks like everyone who was convicted of a crime in that riot may get a presidential pardon next month. Ugh.
I cannot imagine what those hours felt like. As an American, this is exactly what I fear will happen to us. When I heard, my first thought was, "OMG, I'm supposed to go to Korea next month. I've worked hard to be able to do this trip. What does this mean for my plans?" Selfish, I know, but as you said, it's something you do have to think about. I pray both the US and SK are able to retain their democracies despite the people who got elected into the presidency.
Thank you for telling us about this. I am so glad that you are ok. We are living in very crazy times world wide. Please keep your family and yourself safe. Your politicians and people who protested were brave and did a great thing in keeping democracy safe.
I am glad you are safe. Thank you for updating us. I am proud of the South Korean people - the public and the lawmakers all coming together to fight for democracy and freedom. Americans need to pay attention very closely and follow the example of bravery. Even the thought of martial law is a scary thing. The world can change in a moment. My mother, my family members lived through martial law in the Philippines. The fact that anyone in the world would even try to impose martial law seems absolutely crazy and no one deserves that kind of power.
American here - I am so so so relieved that you guys are all OK and that the politicians worked so swiftly to have this overturned. Those of us who did NOT vote for Trump are terrified of him pulling this on us too. The even scarier part is that it feels like the majority of our govt does not have the country's best interests in mind like S.Korea's government does, and we fear that no one will stop it from happening for us.
I’m in the US and saw the news notification today in real time. My first and instantaneous thought was that this is exactly what the orange would-be dictator here has promised. I have been agitated and unnerved all day long, so I can only imagine how you feel. I hope Yoon pays dearly for this. God help us if this happens in the States.
@@Meggish62 I was talking to American friends as it was happening - as the politicians got in to vote - and they were saying there is no way they could trust politicians in the US to vote down martial law... it's very worrying for the US.
@@MyKoreanHusband 4 years ago everyone was ordered to stay home. Everywhere. You realize South Korea is currently in war. I don’t know why you are worried about the U.S.
@@MyKoreanHusband My country wasn’t like this during my childhood. This race for authoritarianism & loss of our rights is so frightening. I am so impressed the people of South Korea and the South Korean parliament rapidly faced the situation. Sadly, the president elect of the U.S. has already suggested militarizing the police and not allowing protests. I cannot believe half the voters chose him. I hope the people of South Korea keep choosing democracy.
You might want to consider this sort of thing for the future though. The gender divide in south Korea seems intense and that indicates that men are quite far right leaning. Everything might be fine on the surface but for how long
Good on the Korean politicians, journalists and people. This is what Democracy looks like. We were totally flabbergasted watching from afar. Thank you for the video and updates. ❤
Honestly, dictator behaviour. I’m so glad the National Assembly voted unanimously against this (that would never happen in US Congress). He really should resign over this, this whole thing crossed a line and imposed a huge threat against Korean democracy
My parents are now Dutch but originally came from South America, so they kind of know what that means. A big part of my husband’s family lives in Korea. We are in London, so we were freaking out. Whispering around the house because our son is old enough to ask questions and we did not want to freak him out. Do we need to make space in the house, for family. Will his male cousins be ok, aboji is too old for this. That was not ok😩😠😾
It's crazy because I only found out he initiated Martial law when I woke up at 3/4am and saw a message from one of my friends who used to live in Korea asking if I was okay and talked about the president. I was like WTH is going on, typed in South Korea into RUclips and saw all the news posts. Then found out it was overturned said a prayer and went back to sleep. I must say shout out to the Koreans that were protesting and helping the politicians get in there to vote against it because as a foreign national living here I know what they have been through to get and maintain their democracy.
I saw this yesterday in the news, here in Vienna, Austria, and I was appalled. That man is crazy, like no thought of his citizens at all. This is not a game! Peoples lives are at stakes. South Korea has already a problem with population growth, calling out the martial law will only make it worse. So glad that the parliament are not having any of it.
What??? WHAAAT?? *running to google*. Omg that must have been horrible for you guys. Our leaders are supposed to do better, they're all just falling apart everywhere it seems like.
My parents were still a teenagers when Martial Law in the 80s started in Poland. I'm greatful that sooner or later it stopped. But when yesterday evening I saw a live on RUclips about that I was shocked to even read the title. Hope it will be resolved ASAP
It must have been so frightening in those early hours and I'm glad you and your family are ok. The implications if martial law hadn't been overturned are huge. Hopefully reason and peace will prevail in the parliament now to preserve democracy.
korea isn't a west-lite. it's a country whose democracy was achieved through blood and tears, a battle that is ongoing. and korea's democracy was defended today. enjoy your stay but with an understanding the amount of passion korea has for itself and its future.
I can’t imagine what you have gone through. I was checking on all my friends who live in South Korea. I am glad you are safe and that your democracy still stands. As someone who lives in the US, I am terrified this will happen to our country. These are insane times
Same here. I've been doing the same thing with my husband's extended family for who are in the UK. It's a daily moment of fear until he hears her voice and tells him everyone is safe and not in jail over tweets.
For one minute I was in panic when I saw the news, but then I quickly remembered that 90% of the South Korean men are military trained. They could fight back if needed. Martial law won't work because the military consists of sons (and daughters) of the South Korean people. The soldiers won't turn their guns on civilians who are their friends and family. Especially not for this president whom everybody hates. But truly, for a minute I really thought that the end days had finally come. War in Ukraine, war in the middle east, war in Korea 😵💫😵
yeah it's just ridiculous isn't it. if we're really going to look at the positive side of it, then we could say that everyone was reminded of just how important it is to protect our democracy
The law could have changed. Back when there protests relating to the speechwriter and daughter of the dictator, English language Korean news brought up ‘foreigners’ can’t legally take part. I would double check with Australia what you are legally allowed to do and what you should not do. The place isn’t Australia. I have been watching prosecution going after the relatives of the current and former president, both in different political parties. I think there are people positioned in media and government to cause mischief and have been there for a while. The place didn’t get to the bottom of who was behind the speechwriter. IMHO. I think maybe only one president in Korea managed to die of natural causes after his term with no imprisonment at any point during or after their term.
Thank you for sharing, working for hospitality industry I remember Covid restrictions and being unemployed. It was scary not knowing when it was going to end. Thank you and I’m glad you and your family are safe
Korean society is very socialist/communist country. I slept through it but martial law doesnt surprise me. Besides people able to vote, korea is very similar to China with social and political wise. Freedom in korea are defined by social standards and thats the reality tbh. Ppl have to think, act, dress, talk the same like others and if you go against a social norm, then you are labeled as a social outcast.
Throughout his term, he has faced opposition and relentless calls for investigations into the illegal and unconstitutional actions of both himself and his wife, as well as demands for his impeachment. In response, he declared martial law in a blatantly unconstitutional move, bypassing due process and branding his opponents as pro-North Korean communists. However, the parliament nullified his actions within approximately 140 minutes. Now, he is left with only two paths: to press forward in an attempt to establish a dictatorship or to face investigation for rebellion and the prospect of impeachment. 그는 임기 내내 자신과 아내의 불법적이고 위헌적인 행동에 대한 반대와 끊임없는 조사 요구, 그리고 탄핵 요구에 직면했다. 이에 그는 계엄령을 선포했습니다. 노골적으로 위헌적인 움직임, 적법절차를 우회하고 그의 반대자들을 친북 공산주의자로 낙인찍었다. 그러나 의회는 약 140분 만에 그의 행동을 무효화했다. 이제 그에게는 두 가지 길만 남았다. 독재 정권을 수립하려는 시도로 전진하는 것 아니면 반란 혐의로 조사를 받거나 탄핵 위기에 처할 수도있다.
Don't worry. He will soon be kicked out of office and thrown in jail. lol South Korean president: "I declare martial law." South Korean parliament: "Get lost, spanky." Take note, Americans. Coming to an America near you~
First, martial law can only be called in certain circumstances. There was no concrete circumstance to warrant calling martial law. You cannot call martial just for personal reasons. The current president and his wife were under investigation for awhile now and there was an attempted impeachment prior to the recent incident. Second, in order to officially and legally call martial law, you must follow protocol and discuss with other officials. He secretly planned with certain military officials and called martial law out of the blue. What the Korean president did was an attempted coup. Look up coup. You need to learn more about what martial law is in general. 첫째, 계엄령은 ''특정상황'' 에서만 발령될 수 있다. 이 계엄령을 선포할 구체적인 근거는 없었다. 개인적인 이유만으로 군부대를 부를 수는 없다. 현 대통령 부부는 한동안 조사를 받았고, 이번 사건 이전에도 ''탄핵미수 사건''이 있었다. 둘째, 공식적으로, 법적으로 계엄령을 선포하려면 의례를 따르고 다른 관계자들과 협의해야 한다. 그는 어떤 군 간부들과 비밀리에 계획을 짜서 갑자기 계엄령을 선포했다. 한국 대통령이 한 일은 쿠데타 시도였다. 쿠데타를 찾아보세요. ''계엄령''이 일반적으로 무엇인지 더 알아야 합니다.
This is our experience of the president declaring martial law and what followed. We were awake and watching it all. This could have majorly affected Hugh's work and big projects/events he is currently working on. 6 months to a year's worth of income would all be gone...This is how we feel at the moment and how things are at the moment: of course things could change. I wasn't able to reply to everyone messaging us, so I hope this video helps.
I don't have trust that our country would gather to prevent something like this. I am disappointed in the U.S. right now. I am SO glad folks stopped this in South Korea.
@@bluekimchiandrea4476 what reason could you possibly have for being disappointed in the U.S.?
@@kristinesharp6286 🤣
@@kristinesharp6286If you have to ask, never mind.🙄
I absolutely agree that it is a warning but I also think there is something to be proud of here. That so many people, especially politicians, came together so quickly to try to stop it. The world is a scary place but I have a little bit of hope today.
"We are not going back!" Sent shivers through me when you said that, as that was a rallying cry recently in my country, where the 'people' decided that yes, they wanted to go back to oppression, hate, and discrimination. I am happy for the people of South Korea and proud of them, too. I wish we had done as well.
Absolutely, I'm one of the ones who stayed awake. So grateful for South Koreans gathering in the middle of the night to prevent this abuse of power 🙏
Thank you for sharing your experience.
My heartbreaks as I'm seeing you and hearing you. Watching your video , I remember myself in front of the tv as 9/11 and January 6th were happening. Those memories are burning to my brain. What you said in your video is very much parallel to a lot of what we felt in those moments for us.
I am happy korea thought for what was right.
Sending you a hug.
Thats so crazy! It reminds me of how quickly a stable environment can just crumble away and change our lives. It's scary!
Massive hugs and comfort to everyone in South Korea.
❤ From the US
I was glued to the tv yesterday. Thank goodness for the Korean Parliament. Hopefully they will now impeach this irresponsible so-called President.
As a fellow Australian my first thought went to you Nicola when I heard. Glad all is well xx
I was awake.... I'm still exhausted and on the verge of tears just thinking about it, but life-and work-goes on and I have to be at university for my students who have finals week next week.
I envy everyone who slept through this and wished I'd gone to sleep at 10pm like I usually do...
@@carinapals5699 they really are the lucky ones... I feel like I lived 10 lifetimes in just 2 hours...
Here in Massachusetts it was early in the afternoon and I was scrolling through my social media when I first learned of this from you. Immediately I switched to the BBC to figure out what was going on and why.
The closest analogy we have in recent memory is January 6, 2021. The less said about that the better, but I was busy donating platelets when that happened watching a K-drama on the monitor at my chair so I only found out about it afterwards. Now it looks like everyone who was convicted of a crime in that riot may get a presidential pardon next month. Ugh.
Some have called the Korea action a reverse Jan 6. The Korean citizens & parliamentarians should be proud of their actions.
I cannot imagine what those hours felt like. As an American, this is exactly what I fear will happen to us. When I heard, my first thought was, "OMG, I'm supposed to go to Korea next month. I've worked hard to be able to do this trip. What does this mean for my plans?" Selfish, I know, but as you said, it's something you do have to think about. I pray both the US and SK are able to retain their democracies despite the people who got elected into the presidency.
Don't be dramatic. This is not happening in the US. 🙄
@snowps1 clearly you don't pay attention to politics or you're being sarcastic but it's not coming off like that.
Yes, yes it actually is. Did you miss jan 6??
Thank you for telling us about this. I am so glad that you are ok. We are living in very crazy times world wide. Please keep your family and yourself safe. Your politicians and people who protested were brave and did a great thing in keeping democracy safe.
I am glad you are safe. Thank you for updating us.
I am proud of the South Korean people - the public and the lawmakers all coming together to fight for democracy and freedom. Americans need to pay attention very closely and follow the example of bravery.
Even the thought of martial law is a scary thing. The world can change in a moment. My mother, my family members lived through martial law in the Philippines. The fact that anyone in the world would even try to impose martial law seems absolutely crazy and no one deserves that kind of power.
I love the indomitable spirit of the Korean people. Aja aja! Fighting!!!! ♥♥♥♥
American here - I am so so so relieved that you guys are all OK and that the politicians worked so swiftly to have this overturned. Those of us who did NOT vote for Trump are terrified of him pulling this on us too. The even scarier part is that it feels like the majority of our govt does not have the country's best interests in mind like S.Korea's government does, and we fear that no one will stop it from happening for us.
I’m in the US and saw the news notification today in real time. My first and instantaneous thought was that this is exactly what the orange would-be dictator here has promised. I have been agitated and unnerved all day long, so I can only imagine how you feel. I hope Yoon pays dearly for this. God help us if this happens in the States.
@@Meggish62 I was talking to American friends as it was happening - as the politicians got in to vote - and they were saying there is no way they could trust politicians in the US to vote down martial law... it's very worrying for the US.
@@MyKoreanHusband 4 years ago everyone was ordered to stay home. Everywhere.
You realize South Korea is currently in war.
I don’t know why you are worried about the U.S.
@@MyKoreanHusband My country wasn’t like this during my childhood. This race for authoritarianism & loss of our rights is so frightening. I am so impressed the people of South Korea and the South Korean parliament rapidly faced the situation. Sadly, the president elect of the U.S. has already suggested militarizing the police and not allowing protests. I cannot believe half the voters chose him. I hope the people of South Korea keep choosing democracy.
You might want to consider this sort of thing for the future though. The gender divide in south Korea seems intense and that indicates that men are quite far right leaning. Everything might be fine on the surface but for how long
Good on the Korean politicians, journalists and people. This is what Democracy looks like. We were totally flabbergasted watching from afar. Thank you for the video and updates. ❤
Honestly, dictator behaviour. I’m so glad the National Assembly voted unanimously against this (that would never happen in US Congress). He really should resign over this, this whole thing crossed a line and imposed a huge threat against Korean democracy
I didn't sleep at all last night. I was terrified😢 I was thinking the exact same as you.
My parents are now Dutch but originally came from South America, so they kind of know what that means. A big part of my husband’s family lives in Korea. We are in London, so we were freaking out. Whispering around the house because our son is old enough to ask questions and we did not want to freak him out.
Do we need to make space in the house, for family. Will his male cousins be ok, aboji is too old for this. That was not ok😩😠😾
It's crazy because I only found out he initiated Martial law when I woke up at 3/4am and saw a message from one of my friends who used to live in Korea asking if I was okay and talked about the president. I was like WTH is going on, typed in South Korea into RUclips and saw all the news posts. Then found out it was overturned said a prayer and went back to sleep. I must say shout out to the Koreans that were protesting and helping the politicians get in there to vote against it because as a foreign national living here I know what they have been through to get and maintain their democracy.
I saw this yesterday in the news, here in Vienna, Austria, and I was appalled. That man is crazy, like no thought of his citizens at all. This is not a game! Peoples lives are at stakes. South Korea has already a problem with population growth, calling out the martial law will only make it worse. So glad that the parliament are not having any of it.
I think Yoon listened to his Shaman's advice. lol
Seriously, I would not be surprised. Or his wife did and she then told him to do this.
Gently as it goes Darlings.
What??? WHAAAT?? *running to google*. Omg that must have been horrible for you guys. Our leaders are supposed to do better, they're all just falling apart everywhere it seems like.
My parents were still a teenagers when Martial Law in the 80s started in Poland. I'm greatful that sooner or later it stopped. But when yesterday evening I saw a live on RUclips about that I was shocked to even read the title. Hope it will be resolved ASAP
It must have been so frightening in those early hours and I'm glad you and your family are ok. The implications if martial law hadn't been overturned are huge. Hopefully reason and peace will prevail in the parliament now to preserve democracy.
korea isn't a west-lite. it's a country whose democracy was achieved through blood and tears, a battle that is ongoing. and korea's democracy was defended today. enjoy your stay but with an understanding the amount of passion korea has for itself and its future.
I can’t imagine what you have gone through. I was checking on all my friends who live in South Korea. I am glad you are safe and that your democracy still stands. As someone who lives in the US, I am terrified this will happen to our country. These are insane times
Same here.
I've been doing the same thing with my husband's extended family for who are in the UK. It's a daily moment of fear until he hears her voice and tells him everyone is safe and not in jail over tweets.
The 1st thing that came to my head was Trump, he is capable of doing the same as Yoon did.
His approval rating was falling through the ground and corruption charges, That's why he did this .
17:59 A lot of people I know are blocking others they know. It is hard to be around people who view freedom and democracy in such a selfish way.
For one minute I was in panic when I saw the news, but then I quickly remembered that 90% of the South Korean men are military trained. They could fight back if needed.
Martial law won't work because the military consists of sons (and daughters) of the South Korean people. The soldiers won't turn their guns on civilians who are their friends and family. Especially not for this president whom everybody hates.
But truly, for a minute I really thought that the end days had finally come. War in Ukraine, war in the middle east, war in Korea 😵💫😵
yeah it's just ridiculous isn't it. if we're really going to look at the positive side of it, then we could say that everyone was reminded of just how important it is to protect our democracy
how is there koreans that would want this??? 😭
The law could have changed. Back when there protests relating to the speechwriter and daughter of the dictator, English language Korean news brought up ‘foreigners’ can’t legally take part. I would double check with Australia what you are legally allowed to do and what you should not do. The place isn’t Australia.
I have been watching prosecution going after the relatives of the current and former president, both in different political parties. I think there are people positioned in media and government to cause mischief and have been there for a while. The place didn’t get to the bottom of who was behind the speechwriter. IMHO. I think maybe only one president in Korea managed to die of natural causes after his term with no imprisonment at any point during or after their term.
Thank you for sharing, working for hospitality industry I remember Covid restrictions and being unemployed. It was scary not knowing when it was going to end. Thank you and I’m glad you and your family are safe
✔He thought he could get away from corruption allegations by declaring martial law? What a sneaky guy but very dumb move. Lol
Korean society is very socialist/communist country. I slept through it but martial law doesnt surprise me. Besides people able to vote, korea is very similar to China with social and political wise. Freedom in korea are defined by social standards and thats the reality tbh. Ppl have to think, act, dress, talk the same like others and if you go against a social norm, then you are labeled as a social outcast.
It's actually a massively capitalist country. You're thinking of North Korea.
Throughout his term, he has faced opposition and relentless calls for investigations into the illegal and unconstitutional
actions of both himself and his wife, as well as demands for his impeachment.
In response, he declared martial law in a blatantly unconstitutional move, bypassing due process and branding his opponents
as pro-North Korean communists. However, the parliament nullified his actions within approximately 140 minutes.
Now, he is left with only two paths: to press forward in an attempt to establish a dictatorship or to face investigation for
rebellion and the prospect of impeachment.
그는 임기 내내 자신과 아내의 불법적이고 위헌적인 행동에 대한 반대와 끊임없는 조사 요구, 그리고 탄핵 요구에 직면했다.
이에 그는 계엄령을 선포했습니다. 노골적으로 위헌적인 움직임, 적법절차를 우회하고 그의 반대자들을 친북 공산주의자로 낙인찍었다. 그러나 의회는 약 140분 만에 그의 행동을 무효화했다. 이제 그에게는 두 가지 길만 남았다.
독재 정권을 수립하려는 시도로 전진하는 것 아니면 반란 혐의로 조사를 받거나 탄핵 위기에 처할 수도있다.
Don't worry. He will soon be kicked out of office and thrown in jail. lol
South Korean president: "I declare martial law."
South Korean parliament: "Get lost, spanky."
Take note, Americans. Coming to an America near you~
First, martial law can only be called in certain circumstances. There was no concrete circumstance to warrant calling martial law.
You cannot call martial just for personal reasons.
The current president and his wife were under investigation for awhile now and there was an attempted impeachment prior to the recent incident. Second, in order to officially and legally call martial law, you must follow protocol and discuss with other officials.
He secretly planned with certain military officials and called martial law out of the blue. What the Korean president did was an attempted coup. Look up coup. You need to learn more about what martial law is in general.
첫째, 계엄령은 ''특정상황'' 에서만 발령될 수 있다. 이 계엄령을 선포할 구체적인 근거는 없었다.
개인적인 이유만으로 군부대를 부를 수는 없다. 현 대통령 부부는 한동안 조사를 받았고, 이번 사건 이전에도 ''탄핵미수 사건''이 있었다.
둘째, 공식적으로, 법적으로 계엄령을 선포하려면 의례를 따르고 다른 관계자들과 협의해야 한다.
그는 어떤 군 간부들과 비밀리에 계획을 짜서 갑자기 계엄령을 선포했다.
한국 대통령이 한 일은 쿠데타 시도였다. 쿠데타를 찾아보세요. ''계엄령''이 일반적으로 무엇인지 더 알아야 합니다.