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From then to now: South Korean president Moon Jae-in
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Born to North Korean refugee parents, Moon Jae-in is a former special forces soldier.
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In 1972, he began to study for a law degree. As a student, he took part in protests against the dictatorship of the then-president Park Chung-hee and was arrested.
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He passed his law exams while in jail, going on to become a human rights lawyer.
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He met his wife, classical vocalist Kim Jung-sook, at university.
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The two married in 1981.
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The couple has two children together.
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As a human rights lawyer, Moon fought for democracy and labor rights.
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In 2003, when friend and colleague Roh Moo-hyun (left) was elected as president, Moon agreed to serve as his chief of staff.
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In his autobiography, Moon says he never felt comfortable in that position.
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Roh committed suicide in 2009, after which Moon began to focus more on politics.
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Moon first ran for office back in 2012, but lost out to the now-impeached former president Park Geun-hye.
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After Park was ousted, Moon campaigned on promises to address social inequality and the lack of economic opportunity in South Korea.
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His campaign vows won him favor with younger voters.
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Since taking office, Moon has been a popular figure, achieving a nearly 80% approval rating in his first 100 days in office.