AP Photos: K-pop light sticks take over protests that fueled impeachment of South Korea's president
K-pop light sticks, Christmas lights and even Santa Claus outfits have taken over daily protests demanding the ouster of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol following his shocking martial law declaration this month.
On Saturday, the country’s parliament voted to impeach Yoon to suspend his powers. The Constitutional Court will determine whether to remove him from office or restore his presidential powers.
Yoon's short-lived Dec. 3 order has sparked massive protests, drawing attention to their unique protest culture.
Young demonstrators have taken over the streets with their K-pop light sticks, traditionally reserved for music concerts, to voice their dissent and in turn start a new trend in political protesting. The sea of light could be seen outside Seoul’s National Assembly, transforming the usually banker-filled financial district of Yeouido into a sea of lights.
Many, seemingly in their 20s and 30s, adorned their clothing with Christmas decorations, Santa Outfit, colorful...
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