The protesters noted the thousands of people they say have died in extrajudicial killings — accusations the police have denied. ‘A revolution afoot’ in South KoreaMore than 500 women’s rights leaders gathered in Seoul, vowing to keep up a #MeToo campaign that has gained steam in South Korea. Political leaders raced to join them to voice their support ahead of elections scheduled for June to select mayors and provincial governors. In central Seoul, feminist activists handed out white roses as a symbol of support for the movement. Nearby, hundreds of labor activists rallied and waved #MeToo signs.

Source: New York Times March 08, 2018 13:08 UTC