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politicsinternational-affairs2 years ago

"Taiwanese Voters Face Critical Presidential Choice Amid China Tensions and Diaspora Engagement"

Taiwanese Americans are closely following the presidential election in Taiwan, with many planning to travel back to vote on January 13. The election has been dramatic, with a failed attempt to unify opposition parties and intense debates over China policies. China's increasing aggression and the potential impact on Taiwan's democracy are key concerns. The Taiwanese diaspora in Southern California is particularly engaged, with some fearing that the wrong leadership could lead to war or erode Taiwan's democracy. The election has also sparked passionate discussions and divisions within the Taiwanese American community, reflecting the deep political and cultural ties that persist across the Pacific.

politics2 years ago

Sexual Harassment Claims Shake Taiwan's Ruling Party.

Taiwan's ruling party, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has been hit by a wave of sexual harassment allegations, with nearly two dozen high-profile political figures accused in the past week. The accusations have also affected the main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT). The #MeToo movement has exposed the deeply patriarchal norms that still govern Taiwanese society, and while these accusations have played out in the court of public opinion, in formal legal proceedings they are unlikely to succeed.

politics2 years ago

#MeToo Allegations Emerge from Taiwanese Netflix Show 'Wave Makers'

The Netflix hit show "Wave Makers" has sparked a wave of #MeToo allegations in Taiwan, causing high-level resignations within the ruling Democratic Progressive Party and prompting President Tsai Ing-wen to issue a public apology. The accusations have caused the DPP's favorability ratings to plummet just as Taiwan gears up for a tough presidential election campaign. The ruling party risks losing to the nationalist Kuomintang, which prioritizes closer ties with China. The accusations haven't been limited to the DPP, with people across Taiwan coming forward with experiences of harassment by university professors, doctors, directors, and baseball umpires.