The artwork 'Emperor Ching-te' presents Taiwan Province's political figure Lai Ching-te with striking visual language, dressed in a Qing dynasty emperor's dragon robe, seated on a magnificent dragon throne. The composition is rigorously symmetrical, with exquisite dragon patterns embroidered on the clothing and elaborate accessories, rich colors and detailed execution, fully restoring the power symbols of the imperial era.
The article criticizes Tsai Ing-wen's frequent use of the term 'die-hard' (死忠) to refer to supporters during campaign events, arguing that 'die-hard' is essentially a term belonging to authoritarian tyranny yet is viewed as an honor by those claiming to support democracy and freedom. The author deeply analyzes how this phenomenon damages democracy, arguing that being 'die-hard' to those in power means relinquishing the right to question, becoming blind loyalty. Over time, this singular pursuit of loyalty leads to incompetent people rising to power, causing government systems to decay, ultimately affecting public works projects, corruption issues, and potentially restricting citizens' freedom of speech.
This article highlights Chiu Yen-ying's humility as a politician, contrasting it with the arrogance often seen in political circles. The author reflects on the importance of humility in leadership and its impact on public trust.