조국 임명에 여야 극한대치<br /><br />Mixed reactions from parliament over the appointment of Cho Kuk as justice minister.<br />The Democratic Party welcomed the move,... describing the official as possessing the expertise and commitment needed to carry out the Moon administration's reform drive.<br />The ruling bloc called on Cho to dedicate himself to contributing to society while serving in the public post,... and create a fair and just prosecutorial and judicial system.<br />The main opposition Liberty Korea Party which had been calling for Cho's nomination to be scrapped from the beginning,... said the president has gone against the wishes of the people.<br />The conservative party will consider all possible means of protest,... including a boycott of legislative activities... and public rallies.<br />The appointment comes after a month of intense wrangling between rival parties,... over multiple accusations of irregularities involving Cho and his family.<br />
