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Chen Yongde posted an article last month saying, "The bureau father has gone home and asked for leave," which triggered speculation about whether he might ask for leave before the election to assist in the election.
Taipei Municipal Civil Affairs Bureau Chief Chen Yongde once again wrote on Facebook tonight, "What Jiang Wanan did is not as good as the nonsense you said. The chapter is almost over!" (File photo)
First published 11-08 22:44
Update time 11-09 06:15
Taipei Municipal Civil Affairs Bureau Chief Chen Yongde wrote last month that "the bureau dad has gone home and asked for leave," raising questions about whether he might ask for leave before the election to assist in the election. Yesterday (8) evening, Chen Yongde posted on Facebook again, writing: "Ocean Current, that's great, congratulations to you, and everyone's support. We know this drama, but we continue to act. I will be a vegetarian this month. What Jiang Wanan has done is not as good as the nonsense you said. The story is almost over!" He also suddenly left a message saying: "Is it because it doesn't look good?" This caused discussion and suspicion in the political arena.
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People asked at the bottom of the original post, "What does this mean?" Netizens had different interpretations of the article. Some strongly supported Taipei Mayor Chiang Wanan and left slogans and numbers; others mentioned that Chen Yongde was once part of the faction of former Speaker Chen Jianzhi. Seeing how Chiang's team treated their predecessors, their hearts must have gone cold and they would no longer be able to support Chiang.
Netizens left comments criticizing, "Whoever becomes the mayor will of course have no chance. Vegetarians must be polite." Chen Yongde responded: "Yes, I understand, where can I eat meat? Don't be nervous, what about you? I didn't say anything, come on!"
There are also comments that read, "Support Shen Boyang's election, turn Taipei upside down, make Taipei smooth, and let everything that is stuck be untangled." Chen Yongde said: "There is no rush, just follow the wishes of the people, Amitabha, and wait for the results. After the election, everyone will be safe."
In addition, some netizens said, "Jiang Wanan is about to step down." Chen Yongde said: "Let's all be friends after the election! Let me tell you why?"

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