I think the only solution to the current political disorder is, first, to hold our politicians accountable for their decisions and actions. Second, the government should allow more political participation from civilian groups and set up more negotiation channels during the decision-making process to strengthen policy formulation. In addition, debates about official policies should be conducted in a more open, transparent manner to ensure the legitimacy of such policies before they are adopted. This is the only way to eradicate political haggling and and an irresponsible legislature, as well as the dire consequences of such things entail. Both the executive and legislative branches are part of a government.
Public interest is jeopardized when government credibility and powers are seriously undermined.
When this happens, people will no longer remain silent outsiders. They can base their choices in the next election on their observations. Only with their votes can people deprive irresponsible politicians of power. Ku Chung-hwa is director of the department of sociology at National Chengchi University. This story has been viewed 423 times.