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Chen Hsing-yu declares support for Chen Chi-mai in mayoral race, who praises her 'true nature'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Chen Hsing-yu denied rumors of running for legislator, stating her desire to remain a dentist.
  • She publicly declared her intention to vote for Chen Chi-mai in the upcoming mayoral election.
  • Chen Chi-mai thanked Chen Hsing-yu for her support and praised her authenticity.

Chen Hsing-yu has publicly refuted claims that she is being politically maneuvered by her father, former President Chen Shui-bian, into running for a legislative seat. During an interview, she firmly shook her head and repeatedly stated, "I don't want to." She emphasized her identity as a professional dentist with no interest in politics and no intention of entering the electoral arena.

I don't want to.

โ€” Chen Hsing-yuResponding to rumors about her potential candidacy for a legislative seat.

Despite her refusal to run for office, Chen Hsing-yu openly expressed her political leanings for the mayoral election. When asked about her voting intentions, she reiterated her decision not to run but stated clearly that she would cast her vote for Chen Chi-mai.

In response to Chen Hsing-yu's declaration of support, Chen Chi-mai expressed gratitude. "Thank you for your support, I will cherish it and continue to work hard for Tainan," she stated. Chen Chi-mai also offered encouragement to Chen Hsing-yu, acknowledging her pride in her "three excellent children" and commending her ability to maintain her "true nature" and "always do what she likes to do."

Thank you for your support, I will cherish it and continue to work hard for Tainan.

โ€” Chen Chi-maiThanking Chen Hsing-yu for her declared support in the mayoral election.

The interview also touched upon a previous rumor about a new clinic being opened by Chao Chien-ming in Taichung. Chen Hsing-yu clarified that this was a misunderstanding, and the clinic was established by a different Dr. Chao. When questioned about the latest progress on a 23 million NTD matter, she humorously remarked, "There's no progress yet, we have nothing to say."

She must be very proud, with three excellent children, and most importantly, she can maintain her true nature and always do what she likes to do.

โ€” Chen Chi-maiPraising Chen Hsing-yu's personal qualities.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.