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This is not the first instance of martial law in South Korea; the nation's history is marred by periods of authoritarian rule. The memories of protests against former dictators such as Park Chun-hee and subsequent democratic movements remain vivid in South Koreans' minds. As many citizens reflect on their past struggles for democracy, the potential for Yoon's impeachment echoes earlier moments of political upheaval.
The current president, ironically, played a critical role in the downfall of former President Park Geun-hye, and now faces a similar reckoning. The juxtaposition of his earlier actions and his current predicament highlights the cyclical nature of political accountability in South Korea.