Discussion of Mr.Huh’s 33 revolutionary pledges and criticism of “imitation” presidential candidates
Character Profiles
- 허경영 (Mr.Huh) | Lecturer, Presidential Candidate | Claims to be a divine being, “Heavenly God,” who will unify the world and implement revolutionary policies.
- 이병철 (Lee Byung-chul) | Founder of Samsung Group | Described as having a “monkey face” and exceptional insight into people.
- 홍진기 (Hong Jin-ki) | Former Prosecutor General and Minister of Justice, Chairman of JoongAng Ilbo | Father of Hong Ra-hee and Hong Seok-hyun.
- 홍라희 (Hong Ra-hee) | Daughter of Hong Jin-ki, Wife of Lee Kun-hee |
- 이건희 (Lee Kun-hee) | Son-in-law of Hong Jin-ki, Son of Lee Byung-chul, Former Chairman of Samsung Group | Described as having a “golden dragon face.”
- 이재용 (Lee Jae-yong) | Son of Lee Kun-hee | Described as having a “blue dragon face.”
- 박정희 (Park Chung-hee) | Former President | Described as having a “dragon face.”
- 김대중 (Kim Dae-jung) | Former President | Described as having a “crow face.”
- 김영삼 (Kim Young-sam) | Former President | Described as having a “phoenix face.”
- 손학규 (Son Hak-kyu) | Politician | Described as having a “crane face,” suitable for a scholar or professor.
- 안철수 (Ahn Cheol-soo) | Politician | Described as having a “goat face.”
- 문재인 (Moon Jae-in) | Politician | Described as having an “ox face.”
- 반기문 (Ban Ki-moon) | Politician | Described as having a “frog face.”
- 남경필 (Nam Kyung-pil) | Politician | Described as having a “cat face.”
- 사토시 (Satoshi) | 신인 of Pokémon | Described as having a mental disability.
- 스티브 잡스 (Steve Jobs) | Co-founder of Apple Inc. | Described as a unique individual with foresight.
- 율곡 (Yulgok Yi I) | Scholar, Philosopher | Advocated for a 100,000-strong army.
- 이순신 (Yi Sun-sin) | Admiral | A unique general who died in battle.
- 유성 (Yu Seong-ryong) | Joseon Dynasty Scholar-official | Helped Yi Sun-sin.
- 원균 (Won Gyun) | Joseon Dynasty Admiral | Fought with Yi Sun-sin.
- 선조 (King Seonjo) | King of Joseon Dynasty | Disliked Yi Sun-sin but wrote his eulogy.
- 신립 (Shin Rip) | Joseon Dynasty General | Died in battle.
- 최사랑 (Choi Sarang) | Singer | Mentioned as performing at New Deal complexes.
- 캐나다 교민 (Canadian Resident) | Audience member | Attended the lecture from Canada.
- 의정부 시민 (Uijeongbu Citizen) | Audience member | Attended the lecture from Uijeongbu.
- 광양 시민 (Gwangyang Citizen) | Audience member | Attended the lecture from Gwangyang.
Scene-by-Scene Summary
#1 (00:00:00) Opening Remarks and Lecture Introduction
- Mr.Huh states that his lectures will remain as video footage for hundreds, thousands, or even hundreds of millions of years, unlike historical figures in scriptures . He mentions that no historical figures like Sakyamuni or Korean hermits have video records of themselves speaking . He recounts a historical incident where Sakyamuni was framed for murder, drawing a parallel to potential future slanders against himself . He emphasizes that presidential candidates cannot have a single record of fraud or criminal charges related to money, unlike National Assembly members . He clarifies that his past election law violation was a false accusation, which was later cleared, and such a temporary disqualification does not prevent future candidacies . He asserts that individuals with past issues related to women or money are legally barred from presidential candidacy forever . He denies ever handling campaign funds, stating that a separate accounting person managed them, and all donations were legally reported to the National Election Commission . He mentions that past negative reports about him on YouTube have been removed after public opinion showed he was not at fault .
#2 (00:09:50) Critique of “Fake” Presidential Candidates and National Assembly Privileges
- Mr.Huh introduces the topic of his 33 revolutionary pledges and “fake” presidential candidates who imitate him . He warns that these “fake” candidates will ruin the country, leading to young Koreans seeking livelihoods abroad . He reiterates his 25-year-old proposal for National Assembly members to be unpaid honorary positions, reducing their number to 100 . He highlights the 333 privileges enjoyed by National Assembly members, including free travel and medical care, and an annual salary of 130 million won . He proposes changing the name “National Assembly” (국회) to “People’s Assembly” (민의원) because “국” (nation) implies a self-serving body, and only Korea uses this term . He points out that National Assembly members create laws for their own benefit, increasing their privileges while the public’s quality of life declines .
#3 (00:19:00) Social Issues and the Role of a “Heavenly God”
- Mr.Huh notes that during Chuseok, overseas travel was booming, with over a million people traveling abroad, indicating a disconnect from ancestral traditions . He argues that ancestral rites are important for family gatherings and preventing consanguineous marriages, which are now occurring due to the decline of these traditions . He criticizes the media for promoting “fake” presidential candidates while the “true” president remains hidden . He asserts that these “fake” candidates lack charisma, unlike a true leader . He describes Cheong Wa Dae (the Blue House) as a “Heavenly God Descending Spot” (천신하강단자혈) where a world-unifying leader will sit . He claims that until he, the “Heavenly God,” enters Cheong Wa Dae, Korea will remain subservient to the US and China, unable to control North Korea . He warns that if “fake” candidates enter Cheong Wa Dae, the country will face ruin, including a major earthquake in the Seoul metropolitan area causing 1 million deaths and the collapse of 70% of homes . He states that the “Heavenly God” will not leave Cheong Wa Dae once entered, unless to become the emperor of a global empire built on Yeongjongdo Island . He proposes renaming Cheong Wa Dae to “Han-eolgung” (한얼궁), meaning “Great Palace of the Korean Spirit,” to shed the “Blue House” image, which he associates with being a “blue-collar” nation subservient to the “white-collar” US . He criticizes the blue tiles of Cheong Wa Dae, stating that only emperors could use red tiles, as seen in China’s Forbidden City (자금성), and that Korea’s true “Forbidden City” (자미원) is in Cheong Wa Dae .
#4 (00:29:40) The Rise of Unconventional Leaders and Talent
- Mr.Huh discusses how unconventional individuals, like Satoshi, the creator of Pokémon who had a mental disability, are often the ones who achieve great success . He notes that companies like Google prefer to hire unique individuals over those from elite universities . He argues that the current era favors unconventional people, citing examples like the presidents of the Philippines, the US (Trump), and Guatemala . He contrasts this with the traditional Korean elite, like the Hong Seok-hyun family, who all attended top universities but are unlikely to produce world-class inventors . He advises companies to hire “strange” or “crazy” people who have failed exams multiple times, as they are the ones with genius .
#5 (00:33:00) The Influence of Key Figures and Physiognomy
- Mr.Huh recounts how Lee Byung-chul, described as having a “monkey face” and exceptional insight, saved Hong Jin-ki from a death sentence and appointed him chairman of JoongAng Ilbo, leading to the marriage of Hong Ra-hee and Lee Kun-hee . He emphasizes that Lee Byung-chul’s ability to recognize talent in an unconventional person like Hong Jin-ki was crucial for Samsung’s success . He states that only a “Heavenly God” like himself can truly assess people, and when the public’s intuition develops, he will enter Cheong Wa Dae, transforming it from a “Blue House” to a “Red House” or “Han-eolgung” . He then discusses the physiognomy of past Korean presidents: Kim Dae-jung had a “crow face,” Kim Young-sam a “phoenix face,” and Park Chung-hee a “dragon face” . He claims to have a “yellow dragon face,” destined to enter the “Forbidden City” (자금성) and unify the world . He notes that Kim Dae-jung’s “crow face” led to his frequent imprisonments, while Kim Young-sam’s “phoenix face” kept him out of jail . He also points out that Kim Dae-jung’s name, both in Korean and English, numerically corresponds to the 15th president . He criticizes politicians like Son Hak-kyu, who has a “crane face” suitable for a scholar, for running for president .
#6 (00:40:00) Economic Decline and “Fake” Candidates’ Policies
- Mr.Huh contrasts the national debt under Park Chung-hee (1.6% of GDP) with the current household debt (80% of GDP), which has grown from 700 trillion won to 1,300 trillion won under subsequent administrations . He attributes this to a reliance on debt and rising real estate prices, leading to a “debt-driven” economy . He criticizes “fake” presidential candidates like Ahn Cheol-soo (goat face), Moon Jae-in (ox face), Ban Ki-moon (frog face), and Nam Kyung-pil (cat face) for their inability to address these issues . He claims that these “fake” candidates are promoted by the media, while he, the “true” candidate, is suppressed because his policies would disrupt the status quo . He reiterates his past warning to Samsung to change its blue logo to red to avoid misfortune, citing the current global ban on Samsung phones on airplanes as evidence of his foresight . He criticizes current business leaders for their lack of understanding of traditional wisdom like “Juyeok” (Book of Changes) .
#7 (00:45:00) Historical Figures and Military Reform
- Mr.Huh highlights unique historical figures like Steve Jobs, Yulgok Yi I, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, who were unconventional but left a lasting impact . He emphasizes that generals must die in battle to be remembered, citing Yi Sun-sin’s death at the Battle of Noryang as an example . He mentions that King Seonjo, who initially disliked Yi Sun-sin, wrote his eulogy, acknowledging his honorable death . He criticizes modern Korean public officials and military personnel for their lack of self-sacrifice, contrasting them with Yi Sun-sin . He attributes this decline to the conscription system, where soldiers merely count down their service time . He criticizes the low monthly payment of 200,000 won to Vietnam War veterans, comparing it to the numerous privileges of National Assembly members . He advocates for a volunteer military system (모병제), a policy he claims to have proposed 25 years ago, which “fake” candidates are now imitating without credit . He proposes a comprehensive volunteer military system where all citizens, male and female, undergo one month of basic training to serve as reservists in wartime, while professional soldiers are recruited for specialized roles . He warns that the “fake” candidates’ volunteer military proposals are flawed because they lack this universal basic training component, which would leave the nation vulnerable in war .
#8 (00:54:00) Judicial Reform and Economic Policies
- Mr.Huh criticizes the current National Assembly members as “KS” (Korean Standard) types, mostly lawyers and judges, who have corrupted the legal system . He promises a revolution in the judiciary if he becomes president, eliminating 99.9% of prisons and replacing imprisonment with fines for most crimes, especially for wealthy individuals . He claims this would generate 100 trillion won in national revenue, which would then be distributed to citizens as a “National Dividend” (국민배당금) . He argues that imprisoning wealthy individuals is a loss for the nation, as they often end up in hospitals rather than actual prisons .
#9 (00:57:00) Mr.Huh’s 33 Revolutionary Pledges (Part 1)
- Mr.Huh begins discussing his 33 revolutionary pledges, starting with “Political Revolution” (정치혁명) .
- 1. Political Revolution: Reduce the number of National Assembly members to 100 and make them unpaid honorary positions . He compares Korea’s 300 National Assembly members to the US’s 100, despite the US being 100 times larger . He argues that the money saved from reducing National Assembly members should go to the public . He criticizes the current system where taxes are used to pay private companies for road usage, while the public believes roads are built with their taxes . He promises to return 50% of national income to the public .
- 2. Party System Revolution: Abolish the party system, which he equates to communism, where the party holds ultimate power over the people . He argues that in a democracy, the people should directly interact with the state, without intermediaries like political parties . He foresees a future “non-religious era” where people directly connect with the divine, just as they can now directly access him through YouTube . He proposes that 50 National Assembly members be elected by public vote and 50 be recommended by the “Emperor” (himself), establishing a strong imperial system .
- 3. Marriage Revolution: Provide 100 million won for marriage and 200 million won in interest-free, collateral-free housing funds to combat low birth rates .
- 4. Childbirth Revolution: Provide 30 million won per child and a 1 million won monthly allowance for stay-at-home mothers . He emphasizes the importance of mothers’ presence during a child’s oral and anal stages of development for personality formation, criticizing the current system where children are often left with others . He argues that mothers who stay home to raise children should be compensated, as their contribution is often undervalued . He criticizes past education ministers for ruining the education system . He states that women are “gods” in the home, responsible for childbirth, and have a more complex internal system than men, making them like “Rolls-Royces” compared to men’s “trucks” . He asserts that wives are like mothers to their husbands, and husbands are like sons, implying that couples should not fight .
- 5. Elderly Pension Revolution: Provide 700,000 won per month to individuals over 65, or 1.4 million won for couples, to alleviate old-age anxiety . He also mentions a 500 million won lump sum and 3 million won monthly for Vietnam War and Korean War veterans . He suggests that this policy will encourage elderly individuals to find partners, reducing the burden on their children .
- 6. Debt Exemption Revolution: The government will cover the 40 trillion won annual interest payments on the 1,300 trillion won household debt . This would free up money for people to spend in the market, stimulating the economy .
- 7. Dividend Revolution: Implement a “National Dividend System” (국민배당제) and a “National Personal Income Guarantee System” (국민개인소득보장제), where money from government savings and corporate profits is distributed to citizens . This would foster patriotism and boost the domestic market, as people would prefer to buy domestic products to increase their dividends .
- 8. Income Revolution: This is essentially the same as the Dividend Revolution, focusing on personal income guarantees .
- 9. Tax Revolution: Abolish 15 types of car-related taxes, including the driving tax (주행세) and property tax (보유세), and consolidate them into a single tax added to fuel prices . He argues that the current system of driving tax contributes to the problem of “ghost cars” (대포차), which are used in crimes like kidnapping, as they are untraceable . This reform would eliminate the need for tax notices and toll fees, simplifying the system and ensuring that those who drive more pay more . He also proposes that the government cover utility bills up to 50,000 won, eliminating small bills for many households .
- 10. Credit Revolution: Provide collateral-free loans to credit defaulters (신용불량자) to help them restart businesses, effectively erasing their past records .
- 11. Education Revolution: Reform the education system by having middle and high school students take exams in only one subject, eliminating the college entrance exam (수능) . This would allow unconventional talents like Einstein or Edison to succeed and eliminate the need for private tutoring and late-night study sessions . He blames the current education system for the high suicide rate among students .
- 12. Judicial Revolution: Reduce the number of judges by 90% and redirect these talented individuals to science and technology fields . He notes that the percentage of science and technology majors has drastically fallen from 41% under Park Chung-hee to 0.8% currently . He proposes government support for science students . He also suggests that serious criminals, especially drug offenders, should be sent to Mongolia to plant trees in the desert, rather than being imprisoned, as a form of rehabilitation .
- 13. New Deal Revolution: Implement a “Second Saemaul Undong” (New Community Movement) by creating over 1,000 New Deal complexes to employ 3 million unemployed individuals . These complexes would provide monthly wages of 1 million won, along with room and board, for people aged 18 to 100 to engage in farming . He envisions a community where young and old work together, learn farming, and enjoy entertainment and religious services . Couples could save 100 million won in three years .
#10 (01:17:00) Closing Remarks and Audience Interaction
- Mr.Huh concludes the discussion of his 33 revolutionary pledges, promising to cover the remaining 20 in the next lecture . He encourages viewers to search for his “33 revolutionary pledges” on YouTube . He mentions that he omitted the detail about sending 300 National Assembly members to “spiritual education” for the presidential election . He then asks the audience about their Chuseok holiday and wishes them prosperity . An audience member from Canada shares his experience of discovering Mr.Huh’s lectures on YouTube and becoming a fan . Mr.Huh performs a “healing” demonstration, showing that his photo or even thinking of his name gives people strength, unlike other political or religious figures . He then diagnoses and “heals” the Canadian audience member’s internal organs and spine, emphasizing the importance of posture and proper eating habits . He explains that the human skull and spine are composed of many bones that expand and contract with emotions, affecting health . He concludes by taking photos with audience members and reiterating his promise to continue the lecture on his pledges next week .