Lu Shiow-yen: Just Doing My Part Amidst KMT's "Two Suns" Rivalry

(Central News Agency reporter Hao Hsueh-ching, Taichung, 15th) Regarding external claims of a "two suns" rivalry within the Kuomintang, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen stated today that she and Kuomintang Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen are merely fulfilling their duties, and there is no issue of "suns" or not. As long as it is good for Taiwan, it should be done.

Lu Shiow-yen attended the opening of the South District Children and Youth Family Welfare Center today. During a media interview, when asked about the "two suns" rivalry and ideological disputes within the Kuomintang, she stated that as mayor, she is also a citizen of the Republic of China, and therefore dedicates herself to the country. As long as it is good for Taiwan, it is her duty and should be done.

Lu Shiow-yen believes that Cheng Li-wen, in her position, holds the same view. The two of them are just doing their part, and there is no issue of "suns" or not. However, the sun outside today is quite strong, she reminded everyone to drink more water to avoid heatstroke.

When asked about KMT legislators' announcement to promote a "corporal punishment referendum" in response to the continuous occurrence of major crimes such as sexual assault, child abuse, and high-value fraud in recent years, Lu Shiow-yen said she believes everyone can discuss this issue to build social consensus.

Lu Shiow-yen stated that she first wants to thank the Legislative Yuan for responding to local needs yesterday by passing the Child Care Services Act. In the past, the criminal law for child abuse was very light, and there were restrictions on publishing names. After hearing local voices, the Legislative Yuan amended the law to increase penalties and allow for mandatory public disclosure of names, which is progressive legislation.

As for some advocating for increased penalties and the implementation of corporal punishment in criminal law, Lu Shiow-yen believes that everyone can discuss this issue to build social consensus. How to seek social justice is very important. Whether to increase penalties in criminal law, and whether to implement corporal punishment for child abusers, child sexual offenders, or serious fraudsters, society can discuss, and the Legislative Yuan will listen to everyone's voices to implement legislation and amendments. (Editor: Lin Shu-hui) 1150415

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