DPP Taipei candidate Shen Po-yang courts Yilan voters with heartfelt appeal

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang is actively seeking to connect with voters by engaging with regional associations, recently attending a forum with the Taipei Yilan County Association. While Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an is known as the "son-in-law of Yilan," Shen made his own case for connection, sharing his fondness for the region's food and the warmth of its people.

Shen expressed that although he is not literally an "Yilan son-in-law," he is deeply moved by the Yilan spirit of mutual care within communities and its renowned human touch. He shared a personal anecdote about his daughter's delight in trying different fruit juices at a local shop during their visits, illustrating the friendly and warm atmosphere he experiences there. Shen stated that listening to people's aspirations and visions for their land is paramount, differentiating his approach from other candidates.

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I am someone who is willing to listen.

"I am someone who is willing to listen," Shen declared, contrasting his approach with what he perceives as a common issue where responses are evasive or pushed to the central government. However, he stressed that listening alone is insufficient for effective leadership. A true leader, he argued, must possess the ability to integrate these diverse opinions into cohesive policies grounded in clear values and a distinct stance.

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I not only have ideas but also the ability to integrate them.

Shen criticized the current city administration for what he described as a superficial approach to problem-solving, likening it to applying bandages to wounds without addressing the underlying systemic issues. He advocated for a holistic, "ecological design thinking" approach, using examples like tackling heat problems by considering multiple root causes or addressing flooding through improved drainage and early warning systems, rather than just issuing compensation.

"I not only have ideas but also the ability to integrate them," Shen asserted, presenting his policies as interconnected. He acknowledged that while Chiang Wan-an is well-known and projects a polished image, Shen positioned himself as the candidate who "gets things done" – someone capable, decisive, and courageous, focused on practical action rather than just rhetoric.

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I am the one who gets things done, the capable one, the one who executes with courage, and also a brave person.