Men of Action vs. Political Puppets: Decoding the Style Differences and Public Perception of Terry Gou, Han Kuo-yu, Tsai Ing-wen, and Lai Ching-te

This article compares the styles and public images of four heavyweight political figures in Taiwan: Terry Gou, Han Kuo-yu, Tsai Ing-wen, and Lai Ching-te. The author argues that Gou and Han are 'doers' with strong personalities, making them easy targets for resentment from society's 'losers.' In contrast, Tsai and Lai are criticized as 'mediocre puppets,' an image that paradoxically makes certain voters feel closer to them, fostering the illusion that they can control the political direction.