Commentary

2014
Only Premier Chiang Can Still Sleep Soundly
The Executive Yuan eviction operation began at midnight. First at the intersection of Peiping E. Rd. and Linsen N. Rd.,…
2014
What Can Control Yuan Members Do?
The newly nominated Control Yuan members faced a stern warning from the Legislative Yuan, with an unprecedented 11…

2014
Reflections on the Taichung Prison Visit
I was responsible for the section on health, hygiene, and medical care. According to the statements from the prison…

2014
Mock Constitutional Court Holds Epoch-Making Significance
We deeply anticipate that this Mock Constitutional Court will generate a pervasive, exemplary effect. Series of highly…

2014
An Overview of Judicial Conduct Supervision Mechanisms in the United States
Judicial conduct supervision mechanisms in the United States generally take two forms. One is a long-term, fundamental,…

2014
Reflections on Visiting the Kaohsiung Second Prison: What Does "Friendly" Mean?
This is a very beautiful and visitor-friendly prison, or so I thought. Traditionally, prisons evoke images of cold,…

2014
Lay Participation in Trials is Treated Like Child's Play
The Judicial Yuan is currently holding the "International Conference on Lay Participation in Criminal Trials," during…

2014
Habeas Corpus: Testing Judges' Resolve to "Grow Up"
The Habeas Corpus Act has come into effect. The Judicial Yuan is jubilant, holding a high-profile press conference to…

2014
When Everyone Says "He Deserves to Die," the Rule of Law Becomes Even More Crucial
While Cheng Chieh is held in custody awaiting trial, his communications have not been prohibited; however, his…
