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Huang Kuo-chang Considers Changhua Run, Cites Hsieh Yi-feng as Top Candidate

From Liberty Times · (4h ago) Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Taiwan People First Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang is considering a run for Changhua County Magistrate in 2026.
  • He expressed concern over the opposition party's ability to retain the county and continue the current magistrate's policies.
  • Huang indicated that Legislator Hsieh Yi-feng is the strongest candidate but faces local challenges.

As the chairman of the Taiwan People's Party, I am deeply concerned about the future of Changhua County. The opposition parties must seriously consider how to retain this crucial county and ensure the continuation of current Magistrate Wang Hui-mei's successful policies. While Legislator Hsieh Yi-feng is undoubtedly the most popular candidate and should step forward, local dynamics can be complex and are not always apparent to outsiders.

I have been very worried about the situation in Changhua for a long time. I believe that the opposition parties must take this seriously.

— Huang Kuo-changDuring a radio interview, Huang Kuo-chang discussed the upcoming 2026 Changhua County Magistrate election.

From the perspective of national interest, securing Changhua County is a paramount objective for both the Kuomintang and our party. We must work together to ensure that the progress and development initiated by Magistrate Wang are carried forward. This is not merely a local election; it is about maintaining stability and continuing effective governance in a key region.

Legislator Hsieh Yi-feng originally should have had the highest support and should not have shied away from it.

— Huang Kuo-changHuang Kuo-chang commented on potential candidates for the Changhua County Magistrate position.

While Western media might focus on the political maneuvering, our local perspective understands the intricate balance of power and the importance of continuity in public service. The strength of a region lies in its consistent leadership and the successful implementation of its development plans. We believe that a unified opposition can achieve this goal for the benefit of Changhua's residents.

From the perspective of the entire national interest, how can we hold onto Changhua County? I think this is something that the opposition parties, whether it's the Kuomintang or the People's Party, must take very seriously.

— Huang Kuo-changHuang Kuo-chang emphasized the national importance of the Changhua County election.
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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.