"I feel an infinite sense of responsibility at the solemn mandate from county residents to draw the blueprint for Seongju's development and innovation."
Jeon Hwa-sik, 68, an independent candidate elected as governor of Seongju County in North Gyeongsang Province, expressed his thoughts on the win Tuesday, saying, "I am grateful for the wise choice of county residents who trusted and supported me to the end."
"I will devote my efforts to healing the conflicts that arose during the election process and achieving integration and harmony," Jeon stressed. "I will consistently pursue the pledges I promised."
He added, "I will create a city where Seongju's money circulates within Seongju and young people return, and a county administration where farmers and small business owners live together."
