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Former Suwon University professor Lee Won-young made headlines after completing a 250-mile march from New York City to Washington, D.C., to protest Japan\u2019s release of nuclear wastewater. On April 8th, standing in front of the White House, Lee read the World Citizen Declaration<\/em>, calling on global leaders and organizations to take urgent action.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen we do not say evil even when we see it, humanity is in crisis. We must fix it now,\u201d Lee declared, emphasizing the moral responsibility to speak out against environmental threats. The declaration accused the Japanese government of knowingly endangering humanity and the Earth’s ecosystem, referencing previous protests and legal actions in states like New York and Massachusetts.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Japanese government, which intentionally puts humanity and the Earth\u2019s ecosystem at risk, must immediately stop dumping nuclear wastewater and apologize to all life on Earth,\u201d the declaration stated. It also called out the U.S. government and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for condoning the actions, urging them to withdraw support and propose real safety measures. Furthermore, the statement criticized the United Nations and international community for their failure to intervene.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on his journey, Lee shared that he was encouraged by everyday people along the way. \u201cMany anonymous people I met while walking gave me a thumbs up and cheered me on,\u201d he said. \u201cWe must realize that we have a responsibility to protect the dignity of all life on Earth and set the right milestones.\u201d<\/p>\n

The day\u2019s protest rallies were held in multiple locations across the capital, including Union Station, the Capitol, and the White House. The events were attended by the New York marching team and members of the Korean community living in Washington, D.C., who gathered in solidarity to condemn Japan\u2019s actions and demand global accountability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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