KMT Forms Chang Chi-kai Women's Support Group; Chiang Wan-an Calls for 'Home Run' in Taipei and Chiayi
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an attended a rally in Chiayi City to support mayoral candidate Chang Chi-kai, urging voters to help him win.
- Chiang highlighted Chang's focus on financial matters and his proposal to fully subsidize health insurance for seniors over 65.
- The event also saw the establishment of a women's support group for Chang, with Chiang expressing gratitude for the support from Chiayi residents.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an made a special trip to Chiayi City to rally support for mayoral candidate Chang Chi-kai, emphasizing the importance of electing Chang to continue the city's development.
Speaking at the establishment of a women's support group for Chang, Chiang urged attendees to leverage their influence to back the candidate. He also requested their help in garnering support from friends and family in Taipei, aiming for a decisive victory in both cities, metaphorically termed a "home run."
Taipei and Chiayi home run.
Chiang praised Chang's dedication and his background in financial matters, noting his attention to budgets and his understanding of fiscal policy. He specifically pointed to Chang's proposal to fully subsidize health insurance for residents aged 65 and above as a key policy that demonstrates his commitment to the welfare of Chiayi's seniors. Chiang also commended incumbent Mayor Huang Min-hui for her contributions to the city, positioning Chang as the ideal successor.
Chiayi people are our own.
Expressing his gratitude for the warm reception, Chiang stated, "People from Chiayi are our own." He recalled the significant support he received from the Chiayi fellow townsmen association during his past campaigns and felt deeply moved by the establishment of the women's support group. He believes that the women in Chiayi will exert a powerful influence and provide substantial backing.
In a separate comment, Chiang addressed the online criticism faced by South Korean cheerleader Lee Da-hye, who has been in Taiwan for years and actively participates in public welfare. Chiang expressed hope that she would not be subjected to irrational treatment due to differing political stances or election campaigns, recognizing her role as a bridge for Taiwan-South Korea exchange.
Lee Da-hye has been in Taiwan for many years and is enthusiastic about public welfare, serving as a bridge for Taiwan-South Korea exchange. We do not want her to be treated irrationally due to different election or political stances.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.