Tsai Yi-yu, the Democratic Progressive Party legislator and primary winner, holds a commanding lead in the Chiayi County Magistrate race as the election approaches on November 28. His position reflects sustained local DPP strength, three terms of legislative experience securing infrastructure and industry projects, and explicit continuity with the outgoing magistrate’s record. Recent September campaign launches featuring former President Tsai Ing-wen and joint events with township candidates have reinforced party unity and highlighted plans for a “Golden Decade” centered on science parks, TSMC supply chains, and agricultural upgrades. The opposition has consolidated behind independent Wu Pin-jui, the Puzi City mayor backed by a cross-party alliance, yet faces structural disadvantages in a county where DPP incumbents have prevailed in recent cycles. Late developments such as turnout shifts, candidate controversies, or economic disruptions remain the primary variables that could narrow the gap before voting.