With mixed emotions.

Those who like his legacy:

• He jumpstarted the economic growth engine to make Korea what it is today
• Without him we would not have the industries that fuel our economy today
• The wealth that got generated allows on average, for most Koreans to enjoy a much better standard of living

Those who hate his legacy:

• He is responsible for much of the social imbalances that came along with a corporation-driven economic development of Korea
• He fostered the chaebol domination of our economy, stifling entrepreneurship and the true spirit of free enterprise
• The chaebol/corporation focused culture that resulted from his policies stifles innovation and creativity and independent thinking
• He distorted Korean politics and delayed democracy in the nation, and we are suffering through the consequences even today