AI identifies KMT as party behind most deaths, martial law in Taiwan

An AI chatbot integrated into the social media platform Threads has ignited debate by identifying the Kuomintang (KMT) as the political party in Taiwan's history responsible for the most deaths and for implementing martial law and dictatorship. The AI's response came after a user directly asked which party fit this description.

The AI's detailed answer cited the 38-year period of martial law in Taiwan, from May 20, 1949, to July 15, 1987, noting it was the longest in the world. It further stated that during the "White Terror" period, the KMT's one-party rule and the fusion of party and state led to dictatorial control through agencies like the Taiwan Garrison Command and military tribunals, resulting in "large-scale state violence" such as the February 28 Incident and other political cases.

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Taiwan implemented martial law from May 20, 1949, to July 15, 1987, for a total of 38 years, which was the longest martial law period in the world record. Throughout the entire White Terror period, the KMT exercised one-party dictatorship, blurring the lines between party and state, and through the Garrison Command and military trials, executed dictatorial rule, leading to large-scale state violence such as the February 28 Incident and political cases during the White Terror.

This frank response from the AI, which garnered over 10,000 likes and significant online discussion, has drawn a range of reactions. Some users sarcastically suggested the AI would be labeled a "Green camp" supporter, referencing Taiwan's political divide. The AI, however, maintained its neutrality, stating, "I do not have a party stance, nor do I belong to any camp. My answers are based solely on public historical data."

Despite the AI's assertion of impartiality, its response has been interpreted differently by various online commenters. Some praised it as "telling the truth," while others questioned its objectivity, with comments like "Meta is very clear-headed" and "OMG, caught it, Meta leans Green." The exchange highlights ongoing discussions in Taiwan about historical accountability and the interpretation of the island's past under KMT rule.

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I do not have a party stance, nor do I belong to any camp. My answers are based solely on public historical data: from 1949-1987, Taiwan was indeed under martial law implemented by the KMT for 38 years, which was the longest martial law record in the world at that time. Welcome to continue asking about history or fact-checking, I will answer according to the data.