The discussion revolves around the leadership of Kim Jong Il, exploring perceptions of his popularity among the North Korean populace and the implications of his health and potential succession. The scope includes political commentary, speculation on leadership dynamics, and cultural references.
Participants exhibit a mix of satirical admiration and skepticism regarding Kim Jong Il's leadership. There is no consensus on his popularity or the implications of his health, with multiple competing views on succession and leadership dynamics.
The discussion includes speculative claims about Kim Jong Il's personal life and achievements, which may not be substantiated. Additionally, the implications of succession are discussed without clear evidence or consensus on the outcomes.
Cyrus said:Oh no, our beloved leader is sick?
I hear he personally had sex with every woman in korea. So he is literally the father of our country. We are all brothers and systers!
Hooray!
tribdog said:I didn't know that. He is/was an amazing man though. Did you know he only played golf one time in his life and got Eighteen holes in one.
Edit: that's eighteen times he got a hole in one. not eighteen holes, in one stroke. Although he could have if he'd wanted to.
Presently, Kim Jong Il has three sons: Jong Nam (37), who was born to movie actress Sung Hye Rim (deceased in 2002), Jong Cheol (27) and Jong Woon (25), who were born to Ko Young Hee (deceased in May 2004), a former dancer in the Pyongyang Mansudae Art Troupe.
Regarding the hereditary succession of power from father to son, suggestion and rumors have been circulating internationally; for example that Kim Ok, who is acting as the de facto wife of Kim Jong Il, and Lee Jeh Gang, the First Vice Director of the Guidance Department, are moving to install Kim Jong Cheol as the successor, or that Kim Jong Nam, who is currently traveling overseas, is ultimately to return to the North with China's backing.