Influencer candidate clashes with hard-edged incumbent as Christine says she is under attack

A food influencer's entry into the Chiayi City East District council race has set up a clash with a controversial incumbent seeking re-election.

Christine, who has completed her registration as a candidate, is running against Yen Ling-hsi. Yen drew attention in her previous campaign after changing her name to a phrase that included a declaration of support for a dedicated sexual-content section, successfully generating publicity.

Christine said she had stated only two “plain truths” known to local people: that Yen had not been in Chiayi for more than three years, and that Yen's service office had opened only recently, as she prepared to seek another term. Christine said large numbers of users then flooded her posts, calling her ugly and fake while praising Yen.

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The point is, insults would be one thing, but why is it acceptable for only one side to attack? I point out the truth and get accused of making a tasteless attack on my opponent?

“The point is, insults would be one thing, but why is it acceptable for only one side to attack?” Christine wrote. She questioned whether calling her “garbage,” “low-life” and “disgusting” could really be considered reasonable. She also mocked criticism that she did not understand local political dynamics, citing Yen's earlier statement that she would not establish a service office but would leave an email address for constituents.

Christine questioned why Yen had rushed to open a physical office in the fourth year, writing: “This water is so deep, I really don't understand it.”

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This water is so deep, I really don't understand it.