Ahn Cheol-soo, a candidate for the People Power Party's presidential primary, expressed his thoughts on the 22nd after passing the 'first cut-off,' saying, 'I believe that being placed in the top four is the hope and expectation of the people for me to win this presidential election.'
On the evening of the same day, Ahn noted through Facebook, 'I will deeply engrave that intention and gather more support from the people to surely win.'
Ahn stated, 'We can win. And we will definitely win,' adding, 'I ask for your unwavering attention and support during the remaining period.'
The election management committee of the People Power Party announced the results of the first primary (cut-off) on the afternoon of the same day, narrowing the candidates from eight to four.
Candidates Kim Moon-soo, Han Dong-hoon, and Hong Joon-pyo, who have formed a three-way competition in opinion polls, will participate in the second primary, and among Ahn and Na Kyung-won, who were rivaling for the remaining spot, Ahn has crossed the threshold of the top four.