Controversy over Karina’s SNS post… Tension between political analysis and online hate
Recently, a post by KARINA, a member of aespa, on social media has sparked political interpretation controversy, igniting a heated debate on social networking sites. KARINA shared several overseas photos on her Instagram account, accompanied by a red rose emoji. In one of the photos, she was seen wearing a jacket with a prominently printed number 2 design, featuring a striking red pattern. Some netizens speculated that the outfit evoked the colors and number associated with a specific political party, suggesting a hidden political message. With the presidential election just a week away, KARINA's post even caught the attention of some in the political sphere. Lee Soo-jeong, the head of the Suwon branch of the People Power Party, stirred controversy with a strong statement on his own social...