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"Wave Makers," a Netflix drama, has triggered Taiwan's #MeToo movement, leading to real-life sexual harassment revelations implicating Taiwanese political figures and impacting upcoming elections.

Summary

KEY POINTS:

  1. Scriptwriter Chien Li-ying's own #MeToo allegation sparked a series of revelations.
  2. Several figures in Taiwan's ruling party resigned after sexual harassment complaints.
  3. The opposition Kuomintang party also faced allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
  4. The movement highlights Taiwan's issues with gender equality.
  5. A prominent Chinese activist, Wang Dan, is accused of sexual harassment in a Taiwanese court.

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