Discuss how the people of Taiwan may have issues finding their identity or cultural roots due to the china vs taiwan dichotomy, and Taiwan not being an actual separate country – discuss affects of disapora and colonization after Communism pushed out the KMT in the 40’s/50’s. What is the Taiwanese Grand Narrative per se? Are Mainlanders Taiwanese? Are Taiwan-born citizens Chinese?What does the tension mean for the people in Taiwan, how may it affect how they feel about their lineage, do they feel like they have “roots”? Use supporting stories and be concise. How does the influence of Western culture affect the new generation trying to create a new unified Taiwanese identity, a new identity is being created before our eyes.. ? Use supporting stories and be concise and please ensure proper grammar!
