Taiwanese influencer supports sheltered workshops by ordering wedding cookies

A move by Taiwan's legislative parties to cut the budget has inadvertently impacted numerous sheltered workshops and disability organizations. The decision led to the cancellation of an order for 15,000 Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes, which were slated to be purchased from 37 such facilities nationwide. This cancellation has drawn considerable public attention and concern.

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I want to order wedding cookies from a sheltered workshop. Will it exceed the budget?

In response to the situation, Debbie, a popular influencer known for her "Taiwanese faction" stance, took to social media late on July 26th to announce her support. She revealed that for her upcoming wedding banquet, she would be ordering nearly 100 boxes of wedding cookies from a sheltered workshop run by the喜憨兒基金會 (Hsi-Chuan-Er Foundation), an organization supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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It won't exceed the budget.

Debbie shared a conversation with her husband where she proposed the idea, asking if it would exceed their budget. Her husband's supportive reply, asking "Is it delicious?" rather than questioning the cost, led to a lighthearted exchange. Debbie confirmed she had tried the cookies and found them delicious, solidifying their decision to support the workshop through their wedding preparations. This act of practical support has resonated deeply with many netizens.

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Is it delicious?

Online, many netizens have lauded Debbie's initiative, with some sharing their own positive experiences with the foundation's products and services. Comments expressed pride in supporting the workshops and appreciation for the assistance provided by individuals with disabilities during events. Debbie, who gained popularity through heartwarming interactions with her father and a viral rejection of a collaboration with a Chinese e-commerce platform citing her "Taiwanese independence" stance, has once again demonstrated her commitment to social causes. Her decision to prioritize wedding cookies from a sheltered workshop, amidst the ongoing discussion about budget cuts affecting these vital facilities, serves as a powerful example of practical advocacy.

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I've tried it before, and it's delicious!