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The Kaohsiung Incident, a turning point in Taiwanese politics, marked the beginning of Chen Shui-bian's political career. This social movement arose from tensions between the authoritarian government and the pro-democracy movement. The incident, triggered by the arrest of opposition leaders, galvanized public support and led to significant political reforms. Chen's involvement as a defense lawyer propelled him into the political arena, shaping his path to eventual presidential leadership.