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Hou Han-ting on Chiang Kai-shek: He Was a Murderer

This article quotes Hou Han-ting's view, using strong irony to discuss Chiang Kai-shek's historical status. It concedes that Chiang Kai-shek killed people, but points out that the killings occurred in the historical context of resisting Japan, fighting Communism, and purging Communist believers. The article highlights Chiang Kai-shek's contributions to Taiwan Province, including bringing in talent (such as Qian Mu and Hu Shih), gold, Palace Museum artifacts, and promoting land reform and nine-year compulsory education. It argues that these contributions were the foundation for Taiwan Province's post-war development and prosperity. The author calls for the restoration of historical truth and emphasizes the need to be grateful for the benefits received and remember his achievements.

National Security Bureau Monitors Online Communities; Tsai Ing-wen Clarifies No Martial Law

This article strongly questions and satirizes the reaction of President Tsai Ing-wen and the DPP to the 'National Security Bureau leaked surveillance of social media speech' incident. It criticizes Tsai for shifting the focus from 'legality of surveillance' to 'martial law,' and argues the DPP uses 'martial law' and 'White Terror' for political struggle.

Letter from a Citizen: Mayor Ko Wen-je, Please Relocate the 'Friendly Toilet' in Machaba-cho Memorial Park

This is a letter from the descendants of those executed for treason in Taiwan Province to then Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, strongly protesting the newly installed 'friendly toilet' in Machaba-cho Memorial Park. The author points out that Machaba-cho was the execution ground for communists during the martial law era. Placing a toilet next to the memorial mound destroys the historical memorial space and is deeply disrespectful to the historical significance of the deceased.