The Seoul Metropolitan Government opened “Seoul Oasis,” a portal Web site (www.seouloasis.net) that allows citizens of Seoul to freely exchange their ideas and suggestions on municipal policies.
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seoul’s been going through some huge changes in many ways - environmentally, culturally, and now socially, it seems. i’d be really interested to see how this thing goes. it kind of reminds me of “shinmoongo,” introduced by King Taejong during Chosun dynasty, which was basically a drum that a commoner could come and hit to directly discuss their grievances with the King if the matter could not be resolved through appropriate processes on a local level/s.
seoul’s very exciting. never liked the city before, but the last time i went - early this year - i was really impressed by all the changes that were going on to make it a better place to live. there are lots of interesting galleries and museums, too. would love to go again soon.

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