Former Gangjin County Council Chair Kim Bo-mi has sharply criticized fellow Democratic Party member Hwang Hee’s proposal for “bus houses”—small, affordable housing units intended to ease housing burdens. Kim, who recently lost a bid for party leadership, labeled the suggestion as hypocritical (“naeronambul”) and based on impractical theorizing (“taksang gongron”). She accused Hwang of potentially benefiting from policies he criticizes while simultaneously proposing solutions that disregard the real-life challenges faced by citizens. The criticism highlights internal divisions within the Democratic Party regarding housing solutions. This exchange occurs amidst ongoing debates about affordable housing and wealth distribution in South Korea. Kim’s comments aim to discredit Hwang’s plan and offer a contrasting perspective on addressing the housing crisis. The incident underscores the party’s internal struggles as it seeks to define its stance on critical social issues.