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Compares the ideology, leadership and organization of two movements in South Korea against militarized sexual labor. Background on the Chongsindae and Kijich'on movements; Differences in ideology, leadership and organization; Contemporary developments in civil society; Conclusion.

Discusses various aspects of the January 1997 general strike in South Korea. Reasons for the labor unrest; Factors that brought about the strike; Efforts of the government of South Korean President Kim Young Sam to define guidelines for renewal of labor-management relations in the country; Labor's dissatisfaction with the government's response; Escalation of the strike.

Examines how Koreans felt about past government performance and how they evaluate the current situation in South Korea, using the 1992 public opinion survey conducted by the Korea Institute of Social Studies. Orientational differences between supporters of the pro-government party and anti-government parties; Feelings toward past presidents; Perceptions of outstanding issues.

Discusses political and socioeconomic events that happened in South Korea in 1994. Reforms pushed by President Kim Young Sam; Slowdown of cleansing campaign; Impact of scandals on South Korean society; Assessment of relationship with North Korea; Trade and foreign relations with China and Russia; Evaluation of Kim Young Sam's leadership ability.