New Taoyuan Mayoral Poll Shows Tight Race Between Huang Shih-chieh and Chang San-cheng

A recent poll regarding the Taoyuan mayoral election has injected new energy into the local political landscape, revealing a highly competitive race between the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) Huang Shih-chieh and the Kuomintang’s (KMT) Chang San-cheng. The survey, conducted by the Xinmin Association, highlights a shifting sentiment among voters, with 33.8 percent of respondents expressing a desire for a change in governance to the DPP, slightly outpacing the 31.0 percent who prefer the KMT to remain in power.

Among voters who indicated they would definitely cast a ballot, the gap between the two candidates is razor-thin, with Huang polling at 42.7 percent and Chang at 41.4 percent. This statistical dead heat underscores the intensity of the campaign as both camps push for every possible vote. Huang, who has been actively campaigning, recently announced plans for a joint motorcade event with Shen Po-yang, signaling a strategic effort to consolidate support and maintain momentum.

Meanwhile, Chang San-cheng has faced criticism for his appearances at campaign events in northern Taiwan, with some opponents accusing him of neglecting his duties in Taoyuan. Chang has firmly rejected these claims, questioning the logic behind such accusations by asking if a presidential candidate visiting a local district constitutes an abandonment of the presidential office. As the election approaches, both candidates are doubling down on their outreach efforts. While Chang continues to urge citizens to exercise their right to vote, Huang remains confident in his campaign’s trajectory, banking on the growing desire for political change in the region.

Sources: Yahoo News, Central Broadcasting System, LINE TODAY, SETN, Fount Media, UDN