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