Three sets of statistics show how society is changing and how it isn't. Some political polling has shown some interesting results. The KMT takes a sharp pro-US turn. And we'll kick off with some headlines, but first I'd like to note that I am the co-organizer of the Compass Food & Music Festival coming up on October 17 & 18, so until about a week after the festival, there will be somewhat fewer shows from me than normal.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

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