South korean presidents approval ratings increase #
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According to various sources, including the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) and the Yonhap News Agency, the approval ratings of South Korean presidents have fluctuated over the years. Here are some notable increases:
- Moon Jae-in (2017-2022): Moon's approval ratings have generally trended upward since his inauguration in May 2017. His highest approval rating was 64.5% in June 2017, shortly after his election. His average approval rating during his presidency was around 50%.
- Park Geun-hye (2013-2017): Park's approval ratings initially soared to 78.5% in February 2013, shortly after her inauguration. However, her ratings declined significantly due to various scandals and controversies, including the influence-peddling scandal that led to her impeachment in December 2016.
- Lee Myung-bak (2008-2013): Lee's approval ratings peaked at 64.5% in June 2008, shortly after his inauguration. His average approval rating during his presidency was around 50%.
- Roh Moo-hyun (2003-2008): Roh's approval ratings initially rose to 63.5% in March 2003, shortly after his inauguration. His average approval rating during his presidency was around 50%.
Some notable increases in approval ratings include:
- Moon Jae-in's "New Deal" policies: In 2020, Moon's approval ratings surged to 55.5% after he introduced a series of economic stimulus packages and social welfare policies, known as the "New Deal."
- Park Geun-hye's early days: Park's approval ratings initially rose to 78.5% in February 2013, largely due to her popularity as the daughter of former President Park Chung-hee and her campaign promises to address social and economic issues.
- Lee Myung-bak's economic growth: Lee's approval ratings peaked at 64.5% in June 2008, partly due to the country's rapid economic growth during his presidency, which averaged around 6% per annum.
Please note that these figures are based on various sources and may vary slightly depending on the methodology used.