​6711181104 The Waste of National Tax Money, President Moon Jae-in’s Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils, and the Results of Gwanghaegun’s Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils #Plot

Character Profiles

• Mr.Huh | Lecturer | Delivers a lecture on various societal issues, proposing solutions like “National Dividend” and criticizing current political practices.
• Moon Jae-in | President of South Korea | Criticized for his “eradication of deep-rooted evils” policy, which Mr.Huh argues is ineffective and divisive.
• Gwanghaegun | Joseon Dynasty King | Mentioned as a historical example of a leader who attempted reforms but ultimately failed due to lack of public support and internal conflicts.
• Park Geun-hye | Former President of South Korea | Her impeachment and the events leading up to it are discussed in the context of “eradication of deep-rooted evils.”
• Lee Myeong-bak | Former President of South Korea | His administration is also implicated in the “eradication of deep-rooted evils” discussions, with natural disasters linked to his hometown.
• Lee Jae-myeong | Seongnam City Mayor | Quoted for his statement that “the country doesn’t lack money, but rather has too many thieves.”
• Trump | US President | Mr.Huh claims to have predicted his presidency and draws parallels between their political styles.
• Audience Member (Sister) | Letter writer | Describes the struggles of her younger brother (parking attendant) and brother-in-law (insurance salesperson) due to low wages and unstable employment.
• Audience Member (Baek Seong) | Letter writer | Expresses gratitude for Mr.Huh’s help with a visa issue in Japan and shares experiences of his positive influence.
• Younger Brother | Parking Attendant | Works at a department store, earning 1.62 million won after taxes, and is unable to wear a mask despite dusty conditions.
• Brother-in-law | Insurance Salesperson | A university graduate working without a basic salary, relying solely on sales performance.

Scene-by-Scene Summary

#1 (00:00:00) Opening Remarks and Introduction of Topic

• The speaker welcomes the audience, stating that waiting for this Saturday lecture is not an exaggeration .
• Mr.Huh is praised for providing refreshing insights and laughter .
• The speaker emphasizes the importance of making mistakes, contrasting it with communism’s rigid adherence to memorized scripts .
• The day’s lecture topic is introduced: “Waste of National Tax, President Moon Jae-in’s Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils, and the Result of Gwanghaegun’s Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils” .

#2 (00:03:21) Historical Context of “Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils”

• President Moon Jae-in’s “eradication of deep-rooted evils” has begun .
• Gwanghaegun, a Joseon king, ruled for four years and was assassinated by poison .
• Gwanghaegun is described as the most reform-minded king of the Joseon Dynasty, caring for prisoners and releasing those with financial difficulties .
• However, Gwanghaegun also killed his own brother, indicating internal issues .
• The speaker draws parallels between Moon Jae-in’s inauguration after Park Geun-hye’s impeachment and historical successions like Sejo after Danjong, and Injo after Gwanghaegun .
• These successions involved the removal of previous rulers .
• Gwanghaegun’s four-year reign is highlighted, noting that he immediately pursued reforms and “eradication of deep-rooted evils” .
• Despite his admirable reforms, a coup led by Injo overthrew him .
• The speaker contrasts historical coups with modern ones, noting that current communication technology makes coups difficult .
• Park Geun-hye’s removal, initiated by candlelight protests, led to the continuation of “eradication of deep-rooted evils” targeting Lee Myeong-bak .
• Natural disasters like the Daegu Seomun Market fire and the Pohang earthquake are presented as omens preceding political events .
• The speaker claims to have predicted Park Geun-hye’s impeachment five years in advance .

#3 (00:09:20) Parallels Between Mr.Huh and Trump

• The speaker recalls an MBN appearance where he was compared to Trump .
• He stated that Trump was an American icon and predicted his presidency despite his low polling .
• The speaker’s own radical proposals, such as “National Dividend,” reducing the number of National Assembly members, and “mental education camps,” are compared to Trump’s “showmanship” .
• He argues that public trust is less important than a leader’s ability to bring about change .
• The speaker criticizes the “waste of national tax” by conservative forces .
• He questions the allocation of ANSP (National Intelligence Service) budget to the Blue House, suggesting it’s a misuse of public funds .
• He proposes saving 50% of the national budget to provide 1.5 million won per month to citizens over 20 as a “National Dividend” .
• He believes no one can oppose the “National Dividend” in future presidential elections .

#4 (00:16:41) Lee Jae-myeong’s Endorsement and Mr.Huh’s Influence

• The speaker plays a clip of Seongnam City Mayor Lee Jae-myeong, who reportedly respects Mr.Huh .
• Lee Jae-myeong’s past promise of 200,000 won for those over 65 is mentioned .
• The speaker clarifies that Lee Jae-myeong “likes” Mr.Huh, despite a subtitle saying “respects” .
• Mr.Huh reiterates his prediction that Trump would become president .
• He claims influence over the destinies of the US, China, and North Korea .
• He vows to stop the waste of national tax .

#5 (00:19:00) Failure of “Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils” and Lack of Support

• The speaker asserts that the “eradication of deep-rooted evils” by both Moon Jae-in and Gwanghaegun failed .
• Gwanghaegun’s extensive palace construction projects, such as Changdeokgung and Gyeonghuigung, led to public resentment due to forced labor .
• Movements for “eradication of deep-rooted evils” often lack broad public support and are typically initiated by revolutionary forces .
• Gwanghaegun’s reforms alienated vested interests, leaving him with little support .
• Similarly, Moon Jae-in’s government lacks strong support from conservative and capitalist groups .
• The speaker suggests that Park Geun-hye’s impeachment was not due to Moon Jae-in but rather a “overdefense” by pro-Japanese factions trying to protect Lee Myeong-bak .
• He expresses disapproval of prosecuting former presidents, believing it creates a cycle of revenge .
• He believes presidents should have a minimum level of conscience .

#6 (00:24:40) National Disasters and Structural Weaknesses

• The Daegu Seomun Market fire and Pohang earthquake are linked to the downfall of Park Geun-hye and the targeting of Lee Myeong-bak .
• The speaker warns that South Korea is vulnerable to a magnitude 7.5-8 earthquake, which could kill 60% of middle and high school students and severely injure 80% .
• He criticizes the poor construction of school buildings, which lack proper seismic resistance and could collapse easily .
• Schools are identified as the most dangerous buildings during an earthquake, followed by single-family homes, while apartments are the safest .
• This situation is described as a national disgrace, with politicians ignoring the problem .

#7 (00:29:40) Mr.Huh’s Foresight and Policies

• The speaker claims to foresee the future, including the decline in population .
• He reiterates his policies: “National Dividend,” 100 million won for marriage, 30 million won for childbirth, and 200 million won interest-free housing loans .
• He also proposes reducing the number of National Assembly members to 100 and eliminating nine aides per member .
• These policies are presented as forward-thinking solutions to future problems .
• He mentions predicting the decline of Daewoo, Ssangyong, and Samsung years in advance .
• He also predicted South Korea becoming the world’s lowest birthrate country 20 years ago .
• He criticizes Gwanghaegun for not foreseeing the future, leading to his “eradication of deep-rooted evils” becoming merely the elimination of political rivals .
• He questions whether Moon Jae-in’s “eradication of deep-rooted evils” is also short-sighted and haphazard .
• He argues that “eradication of deep-rooted evils” should be a continuous function of the prosecution, not a political tool that changes with power shifts .
• Such actions create a climate of fear and damage the nation’s image internationally .
• He suggests that the “eradication of deep-rooted evils” might be a prelude to constitutional amendment or a means to maintain power .

#8 (00:39:00) Letter from an Audience Member: Real-Life Struggles

• The speaker reads a letter from an audience member .
• The letter writer expresses admiration for Mr.Huh and regret for not recognizing him sooner .
• She describes the struggles of her 33-year-old brother, a department store parking attendant, who earns 1.62 million won after taxes and is not allowed to wear a mask despite dusty conditions .
• She questions how he can marry and support a family on such an income .
• Her brother-in-law, a Kyungpook National University graduate, works as an insurance salesperson with no basic salary, relying solely on commissions .
• Her older sister, a high school teacher, supports the family .
• The letter writer herself is a temporary worker, concerned about job security and the difficulty of marriage and raising children .
• She believes Mr.Huh’s “National Dividend” policy addresses these issues .
• She offers a belt as a gift, symbolizing the need to “reorganize” the national budget .
• She asks when Mr.Huh will become president, hoping for 2020 .
• She suggests expanding “mental education camps” to include selfish parents and children, not just politicians and journalists .
• She advocates for Mr.Huh’s lectures to be used as educational materials from kindergarten to graduate school to foster loyalty, filial piety, and love for neighbors .
• She also proposes mandatory childcare training from middle school to address child abuse .
• The letter concludes with hopes for a safe, happy, and morally strong South Korea under Mr.Huh’s leadership .

#9 (00:47:00) Letter from an Audience Member: Personal Experiences and Beliefs

• The speaker reads another letter, this time from Baek Seong in Japan .
• Baek Seong thanks Mr.Huh for helping with her visa issue .
• She plans to apply for permanent residency in Japan .
• She describes how invoking Mr.Huh’s name brought her luck, including winning a prize at her husband’s company event .
• Her husband also finds peace and smooth work by calling Mr.Huh’s name .
• An “O-ring test” showed that only Mr.Huh’s name had power .
• Her aunt in Daegu plans to attend Mr.Huh’s lectures .
• A Japanese person found Mr.Huh’s face “pretty” .
• Her aunt will vote for Mr.Huh if he runs for president .
• The letter writer was moved by Mr.Huh’s life story, including his difficult childhood, his mother’s passing, and his commitment to justice for his father .
• She believes he is a divine being with vast knowledge, compassion, and wit .
• She expresses pride in knowing him and states that her husband will visit in January .

#10 (00:51:50) Addressing Social Issues and Proposed Solutions

• The speaker comments on the letter about the 33-year-old parking attendant earning 1.5 million won after taxes .
• He notes the dusty conditions in underground parking lots and the prohibition of masks, which he finds unacceptable .
• He argues that such low wages and poor working conditions make marriage impossible and lead to health problems .
• He suggests that if the “National Dividend” of 1.5 million won were given, the brother and his potential wife would have 3 million won, plus his salary, totaling 4.5 million won, making a decent life possible .
• He advises against patronizing department stores that forbid masks for their employees .
• He proposes that employees wear masks with “Mr.Huh” and a smile written on them .
• He criticizes department store executives for their policies .
• He emphasizes that his “mascot” is a smile, representing a positive future .
• He reiterates the importance of workers’ health and well-being .
• He connects these issues to his foresight regarding low birth rates and the aging population .
• He predicts that motels will be converted into nursing homes due to the decline in young people .

#11 (00:59:00) Historical Dynasties and the Concept of “Quick-Quick”

• The speaker discusses the longevity of Korean dynasties: Joseon (500 years), Silla (970 years), Baekje (700 years), and Goguryeo (700 years) .
• He contrasts this with Chinese dynasties, which typically lasted around 300 years or less, like the Qin Dynasty (15 years) .
• He challenges the notion that Koreans are a “quick-quick” (impatient) people, stating that this idea was spread by Japan .
• He argues that Koreans thrive when they have a clear central figure, like an emperor .
• He criticizes modern democracy for lacking such a focal point .
• He cites examples like Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew and Taiwan’s Chiang Kai-shek, who were strong leaders but not labeled as dictators by their people .
• He points out that even democratic nations like the UK and France had historical instances of suppressing voting rights or using violence against their own citizens .
• He argues that Park Chung-hee was labeled a dictator despite granting voting rights, unlike some Western nations .
• He asserts that he will become emperor if he becomes president to provide this central point .

#12 (01:05:00) Critique of “Eradication of Deep-Rooted Evils” and Call for Change

• The speaker states that even if Moon Jae-in’s “eradication of deep-rooted evils” succeeds, it will fail if 450 trillion won of national tax is wasted .
• He emphasizes that the waste of national tax is the core problem .
• He predicts that the next administration will also pursue “eradication of deep-rooted evils” against Moon Jae-in’s government, creating a repetitive cycle .
• He calls for National Assembly members to advocate for moving the UN headquarters to Panmunjom, rather than engaging in political infighting .
• He views the current “eradication of deep-rooted evils” as a prelude to constitutional amendment .
• He criticizes the prosecution for only investigating past powers, rather than current ones .
• He expresses disgust with the term “eradication of deep-rooted evils” .
• He reiterates the connection between the Pohang earthquake and Lee Myeong-bak .
• He promises that as president, he will not prosecute former presidents, even if they commit serious crimes, but will grant pardons .
• He asserts his strong convictions and independence from public opinion .
• He criticizes Gwanghaegun for killing his half-brother, Prince Yeongchang, and imprisoning Queen Inmok, comparing it to Park Geun-hye’s situation .
• He mentions King Gyeongjong’s poisoning after a four-year reign, linking it to his mother Jang Hui-bin’s fate .
• He argues that history repeats itself with “eradication of deep-rooted evils” becoming a cycle of revenge .
• He criticizes the public for repeatedly electing politicians who engage in such cycles .
• He questions why politicians don’t address the fundamental issue of national budget waste .
• He believes that if the national budget were properly managed and distributed as a “National Dividend,” corruption would decrease .

#13 (01:17:00) The Nature of Existence and Mr.Huh’s Identity

• The speaker addresses the question of who created the creator of the universe, including Mr.Huh himself .
• He refers to the “O-ring test” from the letter, where only his name showed power, indicating his unique energy .
• He explains that his energy is opposite to that of ordinary humans .
• He states that while all humans are equal in the absence of someone like him, his presence reveals a difference .
• He claims that discovering him is a great fortune .
• He explains that the 118 elements that make up the universe have always existed, and the creator, like Mr.Huh, has also existed eternally .
• He criticizes the human tendency to impose time on everything, noting that time only exists on Earth .
• He explains that at speeds faster than light, time ceases to exist, and beings do not age .
• He states that all objects and beings have existed eternally, and no one created them .
• He asserts that humans have existed as unique entities since eternity .
• He explains that animate (yujeongmul) and inanimate (mujeongmul) objects can communicate, as all exist eternally .
• He identifies himself as the incarnation of the eternal creator .
• He claims that seeing him strengthens cells and boosts immunity a thousandfold .

#14 (01:25:00) Final Call for Fiscal Responsibility and Respect

• The speaker reiterates that the Blue House must thoroughly investigate the waste of national tax .
• He demands that all budgets related to economic planning be reallocated to the public .
• He dismisses “eradication of deep-rooted evils” without addressing fiscal waste as meaningless .
• He expresses disinterest in the investigation of Lee Myeong-bak, questioning the national resources spent on it .
• He criticizes prosecutors for only investigating former powers, not current ones .
• He believes that a prosecutor who challenges a sitting president could become president .
• He promises that as president, he will not prosecute former presidents, emphasizing the importance of respect and courtesy .
• He argues that morality and religion should precede law .
• He states that he would educate, not punish, those who commit wrongs .

#15 (01:29:00) Philosophical Interpretation of “Cheonsang Cheonha Yu-a Dokjon”

• The speaker asks a riddle: “What is the waterfall that old people like the most?” (Niagara Falls) .
• He then corrects the common understanding of the Buddhist phrase “Cheonsang Cheonha Yu-a Dokjon” (天上天下 唯我獨尊 – In heaven and on earth, I alone am the honored one) .
• He explains that “I” refers to “humanity” (인간), not Sakyamuni Buddha .
• The phrase means “All humans are the most honorable beings in heaven and on earth” because they have existed eternally and have the opportunity to change their destiny .
• He explains that “dok” (獨, alone) in “dokjon” comes from the Buddhist concept of “bul-i-beop” (不二法), meaning “not two” .
• This implies that all beings are interconnected and have been related in countless past lives, making everyone essentially “one” .
• He concludes that seeing the audience brings him joy because they are all family .

#16 (01:36:00) Closing Remarks and Future Vision

• The speaker asks another riddle: “What is the money a thief steals?” (Slush money) .
• He then asks, “What is the money Australians have?” (Pocket money) .
• He asks, “What is the ice cream thieves hate the most?” (Catch-me-if-you-can) .
• He encourages the audience to live joyfully and with humor .
• He envisions a future where his face will be on currency, bringing laughter to the world .
• He mentions “Haneulgong” (Sky Palace) as a place where people can bring photos .