Candidate feels 'warm heart' despite hot weather during holiday campaigning

Kaohsiung city council candidate Lin Yu-kai experienced a wave of public warmth during the recent Dragon Boat Festival holiday, receiving numerous beverages from supportive citizens while campaigning on street corners. Lin, representing the Taiwan People's Party, shared his reflections on the experience, noting that while the weather in Kaohsiung was hot, the gestures from the public made him feel deeply warm.

Lin spent two days of the holiday engaging with constituents on the streets. He expressed his gratitude for the continuous stream of drinks offered by enthusiastic residents. "The weather in Kaohsiung is hot, but my heart is warm!" he posted online, highlighting the positive reception he received.

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The weather in Kaohsiung is hot, but my heart is even warmer!

Beyond the friendly gestures, Lin's street campaigning also served as a platform for citizens to voice their concerns. During a little over an hour of speaking at an intersection, three individuals approached him with petitions. Additionally, a civil servant shared feedback on Lin's 2016 book about his experiences as a public servant, offering insights into government perspectives since that time.

Lin emphasized his long-held belief that politics truly happens on the streets, a conviction he has maintained since his involvement in civic movements began in 2012. He pledged to continue his efforts, announcing plans to launch a mobile service vehicle to increase his visibility and garner further support.

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Politics is still on the streets, this is something I have realized since I started participating in civic movements in 2012, and it has not changed.