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Media asks Hung Hsiu-chu about 'box office poison' rumors; she counters: 'Sent by DPP?'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taipei City Councilor Yang Chih-tou invited KMT Chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu to campaign with him.
  • Media questioned Hung about rumors of her being a "box office poison" that could hurt election prospects.
  • Hung responded by asking if the reporters were sent by the Democratic Progressive Party.

During a campaign event in Taipei, Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu was questioned by media about rumors labeling her a "box office poison" that could negatively impact election outcomes. The questions arose as she accompanied Taipei City Councilor Yang Chih-tou on a market tour.

When asked directly if she felt she was a "box office poison" and whether her presence would help or hurt the campaign, Hung did not initially respond. However, as the market tour continued, she turned to the reporters and retorted, "Are you sent by the Democratic Progressive Party?"

Yang Chih-tou emphasized the need for KMT unity to win the upcoming elections. He stated that he invited Hung to join him specifically to dispel rumors of KMT's "young chicks" avoiding the party chair. He also expressed hope that Hung would support his campaign on election night.

The article notes that Hung's strong stance on cross-strait relations has reportedly caused concern among some KMT grassroots members about its potential impact on election performance.

Are you sent by the Democratic Progressive Party?

— Hung Hsiu-chuThe KMT Chairwoman's response to media questions about rumors of her being a "box office poison."
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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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