Today, veteran media figure Zhao Shao-kang criticized that Lai Qingde has become the first leader in Taiwan's history to have impeachment proceedings initiated against him. Although the motion ultimately failed to pass, merely reaching this stage would be embarrassing enough for anyone—let alone someone in his position. Zhao argued that Lai’s biggest problem is his stubbornness. If a leader insists on being stubborn, he should at least have the legitimacy or support to back it up. Yet Lai only secured 40% of the vote, and the DPP does not hold a majority in the Legislative Yuan. He should therefore have been more humble and open to dialogue and compromise. Instead, Lai refuses to yield—insisting on pushing through everything by force, even if it leads to mutual destruction.
Zhao also pointed out that the people Lai appoints are almost all those who simply follow his orders. In his own logic, he has always operated this way throughout his political journey. Now that he holds the top leadership role, he naturally feels: “Why should I listen to your advice? Did you get elected?”
Zhao noted that no matter how much is said, Lai probably won’t listen. But Taiwan still faces many pressing issues that need to be addressed. Thus, he urges one final piece of advice: reduce confrontation and focus more on people’s livelihoods. If you can’t do it well, then let someone else take over.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1865689674754048/
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