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Recounting 'two Huang Kuo-changs,' Lee Chung-hsien says he is the one extremely narcissistic individual

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Scholar Lee Chung-hsien criticized Taiwan's current People First Party chairman, Huang Kuo-chang, describing him as extremely narcissistic and self-serving.
  • Lee recounted two contrasting encounters with Huang, illustrating his perceived shift in demeanor based on perceived benefit.
  • Lee argued that Huang's true character is revealed in how he treats those without influence, suggesting his actions are driven by self-interest rather than conscience.

Scholar Lee Chung-hsien has sharply criticized Huang Kuo-chang, the chairman of Taiwan's People First Party, labeling him as "extremely narcissistic" and solely focused on personal advancement. Lee's remarks came in the wake of Huang's new book, "Moving Forward Towards the Light," which has stirred controversy.

Lee described encountering two distinct versions of Huang. In the first instance, Lee recalled Huang appearing arrogant and dismissive, stating he would prefer 1,000 Giant bicycle shops over TSMC, while reclining in a chair. Months later, Lee met a different Huang – one who was smiling, addressed him as "Brother Chung-hsien," escorted him to the elevator, and shook his hand. Lee asserted that these two personas represent the same individual, driven by self-interest.

No matter what action Huang Kuo-chang takes, he is that extremely narcissistic person who only wants to climb higher. He only cares about gaining official positions and doesn't consider others at all.

— Lee Chung-hsienDescribing his view of Huang Kuo-chang's character and motivations.

"No matter what action Huang Kuo-chang takes, he is that extremely narcissistic person who only wants to climb higher," Lee stated. "He only cares about gaining official positions and doesn't consider others at all." Lee questioned why people are fixated on whether Huang visited his wife, Hong Tzu-yung, in the hospital, arguing that such details are less important than how a person genuinely treats others – whether from conscience or for personal gain.

Lee emphasized that while visiting a patient, shedding tears, or expressing anger can be performed, a person's true nature is revealed in their interactions with those who offer no personal advantage, away from the public eye. He suggested that Huang's actions are consistently motivated by a desire for power and status, rather than genuine concern or principle.

Visiting a patient can be acted, tears can be acted, anger can be acted; but how a person treats those who have no use for him in a place without spotlights is often his truest self.

— Lee Chung-hsienExplaining his belief about how to discern someone's true character.
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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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