Taiwanese Star Liang Wen-fei Admits Past Support for Ko Wen-je, Now Feels 'Heartbroken'
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taiwanese celebrity Liang Wen-fei revealed she previously supported Ko Wen-je but now feels disillusioned.
- She supported him hoping for a third political force beyond the traditional blue-green parties.
- Liang now questions why people still support certain political figures who betray public trust.
Taiwanese entertainer Liang Wen-fei, known as the 'Goddess of Guoguang,' has openly shared her evolving political views. She recently admitted to previously supporting Ko Wen-je, the former chairman of the Taiwan People's Party, but now expresses deep disappointment.
Liang explained that her initial support stemmed from a genuine desire for political alternatives beyond the established blue and green camps. She believed a third force could bring new possibilities to Taiwanese society. However, witnessing subsequent developments has left her questioning her past judgment.
There was a time when I also doubted myself, wondering how I could have believed in and supported him back then?
"There was a time when I also doubted myself, wondering how I could have believed in and supported him back then?" Liang stated. She emphasized that supporting a political figure or expressing one's political leanings is not inherently wrong. The fault lies with politicians who exploit public trust only to betray it.
She also expressed confusion about why some individuals continue to support the blue and white camps, arguing that Taiwan's political landscape is no longer a simple blue-green rivalry. Liang stressed that while political parties can rotate and politicians can be disliked, the fundamental right of the people to choose must be preserved. Her current focus is on the sustainability of Taiwan's democratic system, urging politicians to honor their commitments to voters rather than disappoint their supporters.
Expressing your political tendency is not wrong. The problem is the politician who uses the people's trust but betrays that trust.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.