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Luo Ting-wei Was a 'Sunflower Movement' Partner! Former Ally Laments: 'I Feel I Don't Know Him Anymore'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Legislator Luo Ting-wei faces controversy over alleged hospital bed requests and the "Li Yang standing penalty" incident.
  • A former ally criticized Luo, stating they no longer recognize him due to his actions.
  • Luo is also accused of sharing private LINE messages without consent and seeking pirated game emulators online.

Taiwanese legislator Luo Ting-wei is embroiled in controversy, facing accusations of soliciting hospital beds and a recent incident involving "Li Yang's standing penalty." His past political ally, former Taoyuan City Councilor Wang Hao-yu, expressed dismay, stating he feels he no longer knows Luo. Wang recalled teaching Luo election tactics, including street corner speeches and chasing garbage trucks, noting Luo's intense dedication. However, Wang now questions Luo's suitability as a legislator, lamenting, "I feel I don't know him anymore."

I used to be impressed by Luo's perseverance. He was willing to stand by the roadside and learn techniques, even coming from Taichung every day. I was shocked by his dedication when he ran his own election campaign. I thought he could be a good legislator, but now... I feel I don't know him anymore.

— Wang Hao-yuFormer Taoyuan City Councilor Wang Hao-yu reflects on his past relationship with Legislator Luo Ting-wei and his current disappointment.

Luo's recent actions have drawn significant criticism. Following the controversy surrounding Minister of Culture Lee Yung-teh's penalty for badminton player Lee Yang, Luo unilaterally posted screenshots of private LINE conversations with Lee Yang without consent. This move sparked outrage, with many netizens deeming his behavior in the private messages "super impolite." Additionally, internet personality "Four Cat" revealed Luo had previously posted online seeking pirated emulators for the classic PlayStation 2 (PS2) game console.

super impolite

— NetizensDescribing Legislator Luo Ting-wei's behavior in leaked private LINE messages.
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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.

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