"Master Jiang" Speaks Out! Criticizes Chiang Wan-an's Call for Cabinet Reshuffle: "Very Harmful to Society" — Wang Shih-chien: "Say It Again Only If You're Truly Determined"

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has recently intensified his political activities, not only rallying the Kuomintang (KMT) for a protest on Ketagalan Boulevard but also reigniting the debate over a potential cabinet reshuffle, sparking political controversy. In response, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Wang Shih-chien stated on the 29th that, as the so-called "Master Jiang," he feels obligated to speak out. He criticized Chiang Wan-an's repeated calls for a cabinet reshuffle as being "very harmful" to both Chiang personally and to Taiwan's political stability.

Wang emphasized that Chiang only raises the issue when it benefits him politically, questioning, "If that's the case, why do we even need a political system?" He pointed out that across party lines, many Taipei City Council members have repeatedly urged Chiang to focus on municipal affairs. The DPP caucus in the Taipei City Council also believes Chiang's recent remarks have completely strayed from the topic.

"Chiang brought up the no-confidence motion last year too. I say, 'Prove it first, then talk.' Only speak up if you're truly prepared and determined," Wang remarked.

Addressing the claim that former Premier Jiang Yi-huah resigned due to the Ting Hsin food oil scandal, Wang criticized the KMT for distorting facts. "It was the Minister of Health and Welfare who stepped down at the time. The DPP never insisted the Premier had to resign. Jiang Yi-huah resigned because of the KMT's massive defeat in the 'nine-in-one' local elections. How can the KMT now link these two events together?"

Wang stressed that while public outrage over the tainted oil scandal was justified, responsibility must be properly assigned. "Blaming the Premier alone without addressing root causes won't lead to improvement. If you're serious about a no-confidence vote, then show us you're ready. Otherwise, you risk destabilizing the fragile 'two-year election cycle' that has brought stability between central and local governments. This is not a sustainable approach."

He noted that the current legislative session's review of next year's budget will conclude by early October, and since the Taipei City government's budget is led by the mayor, Chiang should fully dedicate himself to this task. "As 'Master Jiang,' I have a duty to speak up. I hope Chiang listens. Why gamble away your political legacy now? This is wrong—not just for you, but for the entire political landscape."

Regarding Chiang's argument that a successful no-confidence motion could decouple the legislative and presidential elections and boost KMT legislative seats amid rising opposition popularity, Wang dismissed the idea: "This mindset is dangerous. Just because the political wind favors the opposition now doesn't mean you should overturn the table. Many people will resent this. I hope they're just talking. How can we have a system if we only follow it when it suits us?"

Wang concluded by urging political responsibility: "All parties may govern or be in opposition. We can't act like we want chaos just because we're out of power."

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