The Impeachment of Roh Moo-hyun and the Patterns of South Korean Politics.

The article discusses the impeachment of former South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun and the patterns of South Korean politics. It highlights the core issue of whether Roh violated the principle of political neutrality when he encouraged his supporters to join a new liberal political party. The article also mentions that Korean politics is characterized by frequent changes in political parties and personal allegiances. It further explores the differences between conservatives and liberals in South Korea, particularly regarding their positions on North Korea, Japan, and the United States. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding these divisions and personal allegiances to make sense of South Korea's political landscape. [Extracted from the article]