Roh Moo-hyun (Korean: 노무현; Hanja: 盧武鉉; RR: No Muhyeon; ) (1 September 1946 – 23 May 2009) was a South Korean politician who served as President of South Korea (2003–2008). Roh's pre-presidential political career was focused on human rights advocacy for student activists in South Korea. His electoral career later expanded to a focus on overcoming regionalism in South Korean politics, culminating in his election to the presidency. He achieved a large following among younger internet users, particularly at the website OhMyNews, which aided his success in the presidential election.
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1 September 1946 Gimhae, South Korea
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Died |
23 May 2009 (aged 62) Yangsan, South Korea
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Zodiac | Virgo |
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