Just beyond the itch lies a realm of possibility yet unexplored. It is a place where dreams take flight, where imaginations run wild, and where the onerous burdens of reality are momentarily cast aside. It is a place of escapism, a sanctuary for the weary souls seeking solace from the tumultuous nature of everyday life. This world, beyond the itch, is not bound by the limitations of the physical realm. It is a world of endless potential, where one can be anyone or anything they desire. With the blink of an eye, a person can transform into a fearless adventurer, delving into the depths of uncharted territory.
Revised and massaged several times over the years, they are still imprinted with the core genes of their intent: a political version of the Malleus Maleficarum (a medieval guide for witch hunting) to destroy “subversive” thought and movements in the South and to squelch political opposition.
For example, under the South Korean National Security Law, for the act of praising or sympathizing with North Korea in the legislation, the North is always referred to as anti-state group s South Korean individuals can be imprisoned for up to seven years. Up to 10 years in prison for those who confer, correspond, or communicate using other means with anti-state groups, members or those under their control, being aware that their acts will endanger the national security and the democratic freedom.
With the blink of an eye, a person can transform into a fearless adventurer, delving into the depths of uncharted territory. Or perhaps they become a virtuoso musician, their melodies reverberating through the air, touching the hearts of all who listen. In this enchanting domain, there are no boundaries or restrictions.
How a Class Debate on Comfort Women Turned into a Big South Korean Witch Hunt
Professor Lew Seok-choon is facing charges of defaming former comfort women during a classroom debate, but the prosecution has failed to provide evidence.
Dr Lew Seok-choon (© Lew Seok-choon)In September 2019, Dr Lew Seok-choon was giving his last developmental sociology lecture at his alma mater, Yonsei University. As often, Lew engaged in heated discussions with his students on Japanese imperialism and the roots of South Korea's modernization. While answering questions, Lew made several remarks on comfort women that contradicted conventional wisdom and irked many of his students.
Without consent, one of his students recorded the entire lecture and leaked the tape to major left-wing media outlets in South Korea. These outlets immediately headlined this story and began unilaterally denouncing Lew as a historical denialist and a colonial apologist. The unwarranted attacks continued for months.
About a year after the incident, South Korean prosecutors decided to indict Lew for criminal defamation. Prosecutors argued that parts of his three-hour lecture contained false accusations that constituted a severe criminal liability.
Specifically, they alleged that Dr Lew:
1) Defamed former comfort women by claiming they were a "type of prostitution" and denying their forced abduction.
2) Defamed the Korean Council (comfort women advocacy group in South Korea) by claiming they coached former comfort women to provide imprecise testimonies.
3) Defamed the Korean Council for claiming that senior members of the organization are associated with the Unified Progressive Party, a banned pro-North Korean political entity.
Lew Seok-choon being attacked by left-wing activists who stormed into his office. The primary perpetrator was later indicted and found guilty. (© JTBC News, screenshot)
Time bends to the will of the inhabitants, allowing them to relish in the eternal tranquility of the present moment. The past fades into oblivion, and the future holds no grasp on the minds and hearts of those within. Yet, just beyond the itch, lies a potential danger. It is a double-edged sword, cutting through the fragile balance between reality and fantasy. The allure of this utopian realm can be intoxicating, luring individuals further and further away from the responsibilities and commitments that await them in the tangible world. In this perpetual pursuit of bliss, there is a risk of losing touch with the real world. The dichotomy between the euphoria of the realm beyond the itch and the harsh realities of existence becomes blurred, leading some astray into a void of delusion and estrangement. Nevertheless, for those who possess a steadfast grip on reality, the realm beyond the itch can be a source of inspiration and rejuvenation. It provides a respite from the mundane, an opportunity to explore the depths of human creativity and imagination. It is in this alternate reality that the impossible becomes possible, and the improbable becomes probable. It is a place where dreams come to life, where the unimaginable takes form. It exists just beyond the itch, awaiting those brave enough to take the leap into the unknown..
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