Factional tensions flare inside ruling party ahead of leadership race

Internal division within the ruling Democratic Party of Korea appears to be growing: prominent liberal commentators accuse President Lee Jae Myung of alienating core party supporters in his effort to draw centrist voters.

The controversy comes less than two months before the party's Aug.

17 national convention, where members will elect a new chairperson.

The race is shaping up to be a contest between Rep.

Jung Chung-rae, the party's former chair, and outgoing Prime Minister Kim Min-seok.

Jung re ...