Taiwan's "general election" is about to enter a white-hot stage, and the deputy's debate will be held tomorrow, which will be the last head-to-head confrontation between the three groups of candidates. According to reports, Kuomintang deputy Zhao Shaokang was in "retreat" at home today, preparing to attack the DPP's "ruling power" issue, while People's Party deputy Wu Xinying conducted special training on mock opponents, and invited scholars and media personnel to play the role of opponents and practice the debate process. How will this debate affect the election, and what are the strengths and weaknesses of each of the three deputy candidates?
赵少康：老将出马，力挺侯友宜
Zhao Shaokang is a veteran politician of the Kuomintang, who has served as mayor of Taipei and vice president of the Executive Yuan, and has rich political experience and eloquence. In this election, he was Hou Youyi's deputy and the KMT's "firefighter", and was entrusted with the heavy task of overpowering DPP deputy Xiao Meiqin. Zhao Shaokang's advantage is that he has deep political resources and connections, and can mobilize the KMT's deep blue supporters and media circles to build momentum for Hou Youyi.
He also has a bold style of speaking out and doing things, and can directly point out the shortcomings of the DPP's policies and Lai Qingde's lies, leaving a deep impression on the people. Zhao's disadvantage is that he is sometimes too aggressive and emotional, prone to slips of the tongue or lose control, and give his opponents a grip. He also has some historical baggage and controversies, such as his support for "Taiwan independence" and discord with the KMT's top leaders, which may affect his image and trust.
Wu Xinying: Rookie debuted to help Ke Wenzhe
Wu Xinying is the deputy candidate of the People's Party and Ke Wenzhe's right-hand man, who has served as the spokesperson of the Taipei City Government and the adviser of the Taipei City Government, and has strong public relations and communication skills. In this election, she is Ke Wenzhe's "partner" and the "new star" of the People's Party, and is expected to attract the support of young and middle voters. Wu Xinying's advantage is that she has a fresh and amiable image, and can show the new atmosphere and new thinking of the People's Party.
She also has a certain degree of professionalism and policy insights, and is able to put forward constructive suggestions on economic, social, energy and other issues, bringing hope to the public. Wu Xinying's disadvantage is that she lacks political experience and debating skills, and may find it difficult to deal with the attacks and cross-examinations of Zhao Shaokang and Xiao Meiqin, and appears to be less confident and steady. She also has some identity and background problems, such as being born in a consortium family and having worked in the Kuomintang, which may cause the public to question and resent.
Xiao Meiqin: Returned from the United States and served as Lai Qingde's "supervisor"
Hsiao Mei-qin is the Democratic Progressive Party's candidate for deputy and Lai Ching-de's "supervisor," and has served as assistant secretary of state of the US State Department and Taiwan's "representative to the United States." In this election, she is Lai Qingde's "partner" and the "candidate" of the United States and Tsai Ing-wen, and is expected to enhance the DPP's international image and pro-American stance.
Hsiao's advantage is that she has a high degree of education and professional background, and is able to show the DPP's policy level and international vision. She also has a certain degree of political prestige and influence, and can win the support and recognition of the United States and the international community, and bring a sense of security to the people. Xiao Meiqin's disadvantage is that she has a history and controversy about American citizenship, which may cause questions and dissatisfaction among the public about her loyalty and identity. She also has some problems with her political stance and policies, such as supporting "Taiwan independence" and opposing nuclear energy, which may intensify cross-strait relations and social confrontation and bring a sense of crisis to the people.
epilogue
Taiwan's general election is about to usher in the deputy debate, Zhao Shaokang retreats to prepare for the war, Wu Xinying passes the special training of the simulated opponent, and Xiao Meiqin plays the role of Lai Qingde's "supervisor". The three candidates have their own advantages and disadvantages, Zhao Shaokang is a veteran, Wu Xinying is a rookie, and Xiao Meiqin is an American return. The debate will become a crucial battle in the election, and the KMT and the CCP will face each other fiercely. Voters are concerned about their policy positions, communication skills, and vision for Taiwan's future. The performance of the future deputy will leave a deep impression on the minds of voters and set the stage for the presidential election.