Artist: Voting for Taipei Candidate Chiang Wan-an Means Voting for Ma Ying-jeou
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
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- An artist argues that voting for Chiang Wan-an in the Taipei mayoral election is equivalent to voting for Ma Ying-jeou, drawing parallels between their public image and political styles.
- The artist criticizes the media's portrayal of Chiang, suggesting it mirrors past coverage of Ma, and warns that electing Chiang would lead to similar policy failures and economic decline.
- The piece urges voters to break a cycle of electing "empty shells" and avoid repeating past mistakes.
An artist advocating for "Taiwanese Independence Calendar" has asserted that casting a vote for Chiang Wan-an in the upcoming Taipei mayoral election is tantamount to voting for former President Ma Ying-jeou. The artist, Mock Mayson, drew parallels between the current media coverage of Chiang and the way Ma was portrayed two decades ago, suggesting a repetitive pattern in political campaigning.
If you vote for Chiang Wan-an, you are voting for Ma Ying-jeou.
Mayson pointed to similarities in how both politicians are presented, citing examples of media descriptions. He noted that praise for Chiang's appearance and demeanor, such as "so handsome" or "has the bearing of a mayor," echoes the language used for Ma in the past. Mayson specifically compared media reports on Chiang's physique and personal life with similar coverage of Ma, suggesting the tactics are identical.
Furthermore, Mayson highlighted a shared habit of using the phrase "Thank you for your guidance" (่ฌ่ฌๆๆ) in response to questions or criticism. He argued that both Chiang and Ma resort to this phrase when they lack understanding or cannot answer difficult questions, indicating a similar approach to governance and public discourse.
If you vote for Chiang Wan-an, you are voting for Ma Ying-jeou.
The artist warned that electing Chiang, a member of the Kuomintang party, would result in the same negative outcomes experienced during Ma's presidency, including policy failures and economic downturn. Mayson fears this would lead to a decline in opportunities for the younger generation and ultimately harm Taiwan's future, potentially leading to its "cheap sale" to China.
If you vote for Chiang Wan-an, you are voting for Ma Ying-jeou.
Mayson urged Taiwanese voters to move beyond what he described as a "unfortunate cycle" of electing "empty shells" and making choices that lead to self-inflicted harm. He implored the electorate to learn from the past and make more informed decisions for the future of Taiwan.
If you vote for Chiang Wan-an, you are voting for Ma Ying-jeou.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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