Pope Francis' leadership is setting an example for people around the world, not just Catholics. What is the key? It can be summarized as 'authenticity in which words and actions are consistent. To realize the evangelical values of love, justice, and peace, we go to the fringes even when we are afraid, yield even if we suffer losses, and challenge ourselves even when there is no possibility of success. Emphasize a church for the poor. Political acts contrary to the common good are condemned. He strongly calls for policies to reduce income inequality against unregulated capitalism in order to establish economic justice. As an apostle of peace, he opposes war and actively mediates peace in conflict and conflict areas.
There is opposition to change and renewal, followed by resistance. The Pope embraces this as the leadership of humility, dialogue, and persuasion. It is not a one-sided 'charismatic leadership' that provokes antipathy such as 'follow me. The Pope recently made a "pilgrimage of penance" to Canada. The Pope repented for the painful mistakes the Catholic Church had committed against indigenous peoples in the past and asked for forgiveness. In doing so, he took action advising the Church of Canada to actively respond to the demands of the Canadian Government's Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
There are no 'blaming others' in the Pope's leadership. He does not turn away from the mistakes of Catholicism in the past, boldly admitting that it is "my fault (Mea culpa)" and "our fault" and asks for forgiveness. The apology is straightforward and frank. Do not express yourself vaguely but in a way, that the other person can feel the sincerity. In addition, the new code of conduct is concretely presented to realize healing and reconciliation.
President Yoon Seok-yeol, who passed 100 days after his inauguration, is now facing a leadership crisis. In various opinion polls, President Yoon's approval rating has continued to decline, reaching the high 20% level. Unless there is a major change in the president's words and actions and his mindset and attitude toward state management, the influence of President Yoon in state affairs is expected to weaken further. President Yoon, who had been a prosecutor for most of his life, seems to emphasize the rule of law and strongly advocates fairness and justice. But now, people are strongly asking what is fairness and common sense.
President Yoon's way of responding to criticism from the public and the media focus on shifting responsibility. When asked about responsibility for the appointment of some ministers, the president said, "Have you seen any great people in the previous administration?" Although it is honest and coming from the heart, the public receives it as coming from the president's egoism and self-righteousness. The president's actions and tone should be refined and inclusive. We must consider the hearts of the majority of people suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic and economic hardship. Reflection and scrutiny on what may be ineffective and inappropriate remarks should be a priority.
In order to overcome difficulties and turn a crisis into an opportunity, the president, who is in charge of state affairs, must first confess: "It's my fault." President Yoon lowered his attitude toward the people as the first step back from summer vacation. He also apologized on behalf of the government to the people affected by the torrential rain. At a press conference on the 100th day of his inauguration, he said that he would be attentive to the aspirations of the citizens. The president's administration of state affairs is different from that of the prosecution. It should be a fair and just policy for all without discrimination and bias, by humbly hiring talented people regardless of whose side they are on, and humbly supporting the demands of the people.
Catholics beat their breasts at every Mass and say, "It's my fault. It's my fault. It's my most grievous fault." The moment the president, his advisers, state commissioners, and members of the opposition and government parties beat their breasts in front of the people saying: 'It's my fault, the neglected public will once again turn their attention to the government.
