DPP chose late appeal to make local elections about democracy and China threat, handing propaganda win to those who argue Taiwan isn't worth defending

In this Part II of a series examining why this year's elections are truly abnormal, we examine the precarious state of the KMT

Part one of a series on how this year's local elections are in such uncharted territory it's going to be a wild, unpredictable ride

Tuan's ad reads 'People have to be strong to be respected' as he steps on Putin's head

KMT picks worthy candidate, but in way that sows disunity and discontent in already fractious party

The impact of this year's elections will have huge ramifications and set the stage for the rest of the decade

But are they enough to stop the downward spiral the party finds itself in?

With the media so Taipei-centric, the winner of the Taipei mayoral race will be a major political figure. But who will represent the DPP?

Expect only modest gains in this year's local elections, but the party could shine in 2024

Former engineer believes she has fulfilled her duties as temporary leader