Ko Chi-En, a legislator from the Kuomintang (KMT), stated on the Taiwanese media program "News Baihua" that the unique charm of Hung Hsiu-chung, along with numerous factors such as the "sky pit case," has led to the phenomenon known as the "Hong Flow." She continued by saying that during the initial selection process of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), there were also cracks. Although the candidates on the surface may unite, it's one thing to appear united, but another matter whether they truly mobilize behind the scenes. Whether the local organizations and grassroots supporters will mobilize to support someone who was not supported during the primary election can make a big difference.
Ko Chi-En believes that although DPP legislator Lai Ruei-lung claims to want unity, whether he can actually unite with the other three opponents in the primary election and whether the local organizations and grassroots supporters are starting to shift remain to be seen.
She revealed that she now has to borrow billboards from others because some are fixed to be given to a specific candidate. However, this candidate did not pass the primary election. When she asked if she could hang the billboard, the property owner said he would have to check with the candidate. Eventually, when she asked the candidate, he did not say anything special. Therefore, Ko Chi-En paid the rent and hung the billboard. She explained that sometimes even if you pay, you cannot always hang the billboard. In many areas of Kaohsiung, you can tell just by looking at the property owner who they support.
Ko Chi-En said that now, the people supported by the property owners have not appeared, and these small details are also changing. She also revealed that some village heads who used to strongly support certain green camp candidates have started to be more polite. Although it is unknown whether they will ultimately vote for her, Ko Chi-En admitted that she needs to work very hard, but at least the interaction has become more friendly, which is a subtle atmosphere. She also emphasized that the strength of the "New Tide" should not be underestimated. Regardless of whether Lai Ruei-lung can be promoted, the "New Tide" has already seized the opportunity and will not easily let go of this part.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1856705717052416/
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