Support significantly increases for Su Chiao-hui; she states it shows she's on the right track
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- DPP New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui noted a significant increase in her support, interpreting it as a sign of moving in the right direction.
- Su stated that poll numbers, whether showing a deficit or a lead, serve as a reference to guide her campaign strategy.
- She highlighted her team's active engagement with local communities and candidates, contrasting it with the incumbent mayor's district tours.
Su Chiao-hui, the Democratic Progressive Party's candidate for New Taipei City mayor, has observed a substantial rise in her public support, interpreting this trend as an indication that her campaign is on the correct path.
Responding to media inquiries about her improving poll numbers, Su stated that any perceived shortcomings in the data would be used as a reference to strengthen her campaign. Conversely, positive trends would encourage her team to continue their current approach. "Regardless of the numbers, this trend indicates that my team and I are heading in the right direction," she said. She pledged to maintain this positive attitude while presenting her policy vision to the citizens of New Taipei City, signaling her readiness for a "new era" in the city.
If the poll numbers show some shortcomings, we will use them as a reference to strengthen our efforts. If we feel the situation is good, we will continue to move in the same direction.
Su highlighted her team's proactive engagement with various districts and local figures. Since April, she and her team have held at least 36 forums with city councilors and candidates across different districts, reporting enthusiastic responses, including one event that was reportedly over capacity. This contrasts with the incumbent mayor's strategy of touring districts to consolidate support.
Regardless of the numbers, this trend indicates that my team and I are heading in the right direction.
When asked about the incumbent mayor's district tours potentially benefiting KMT candidate Li Chuan, Su noted that her own campaign has been consistently active. She mentioned participating in a walk along the Tamsui River Bridge, a beach cleanup event, and a pumpkin festival on the day of the report. She also indicated plans to return to her home district of Yingge later that day to participate in a traditional rice dumpling wrapping activity, emphasizing her commitment to covering all areas of New Taipei.
Su's campaign appears to be gaining momentum, with her team actively engaging with the electorate and presenting a forward-looking message. The increased support suggests her strategy of consistent local engagement and positive messaging is resonating with voters as the election approaches.
I am ready, and New Taipei is ready. Let's welcome a new era for New Taipei.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.