Lev Nachman
@lnachman32.bsky.social
Political scientist. Assistant Professor at National Taiwan University. My new book "Contested Taiwan: Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation" is available here: https://shorturl.at/BlEJE
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Lev Nachman
@lnachman32.bsky.social
· Dec 3
Big news!
My book "Contested Taiwan: Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation" is officially available for pre-order through University of Washington Press!
Here's a brief summary of the book, contested politics, and why Taiwan matters for political science:
My book "Contested Taiwan: Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation" is officially available for pre-order through University of Washington Press!
Here's a brief summary of the book, contested politics, and why Taiwan matters for political science:
Reposted by Lev Nachman
Taiwan's local elections are not about China, Lai, the US, Trump, or war. Whatever the outcome, do not read the results as a national referendum. But, these races do matter for Taiwan's future. Here's why:
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
Taiwan’s Local Elections Are Not About China, President Lai, or the United States
Candidates across Taiwan are campaigning on local issues that vary by city – not topics like cross-strait relations. What can we learn from these elections?
thediplomat.com
October 5, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Taiwan's local elections are not about China, Lai, the US, Trump, or war. Whatever the outcome, do not read the results as a national referendum. But, these races do matter for Taiwan's future. Here's why:
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
Reposted by Lev Nachman
NBR nonresident fellow Lev Nachman (@lnachman32.bsky.social) writes on Taiwan's upcoming local elections in the Diplomat : thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
Taiwan’s Local Elections Are Not About China, President Lai, or the United States
Candidates across Taiwan are campaigning on local issues that vary by city – not topics like cross-strait relations. What can we learn from these elections?
thediplomat.com
October 5, 2026 at 3:09 PM
NBR nonresident fellow Lev Nachman (@lnachman32.bsky.social) writes on Taiwan's upcoming local elections in the Diplomat : thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
Taiwan's local elections are not about China, Lai, the US, Trump, or war. Whatever the outcome, do not read the results as a national referendum. But, these races do matter for Taiwan's future. Here's why:
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
Taiwan’s Local Elections Are Not About China, President Lai, or the United States
Candidates across Taiwan are campaigning on local issues that vary by city – not topics like cross-strait relations. What can we learn from these elections?
thediplomat.com
October 5, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Taiwan's local elections are not about China, Lai, the US, Trump, or war. Whatever the outcome, do not read the results as a national referendum. But, these races do matter for Taiwan's future. Here's why:
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
My latest with @brianhioe.bsky.social for The Diplomat:
thediplomat.com/2026/10/taiw...
I have officially been promoted with tenure to Associate Professor!
I started my Ph.D. exactly 10 years ago, and am very proud to have made it this far. I share this achievement with all the mentors, teachers, and friends who helped me get here.
Much love to you all 💚
I started my Ph.D. exactly 10 years ago, and am very proud to have made it this far. I share this achievement with all the mentors, teachers, and friends who helped me get here.
Much love to you all 💚
September 18, 2026 at 7:28 AM
I have officially been promoted with tenure to Associate Professor!
I started my Ph.D. exactly 10 years ago, and am very proud to have made it this far. I share this achievement with all the mentors, teachers, and friends who helped me get here.
Much love to you all 💚
I started my Ph.D. exactly 10 years ago, and am very proud to have made it this far. I share this achievement with all the mentors, teachers, and friends who helped me get here.
Much love to you all 💚
Was just on BBC live talking about Taiwans national budget and drone manufacturing. Here’s a clip!
August 20, 2026 at 4:45 AM
Was just on BBC live talking about Taiwans national budget and drone manufacturing. Here’s a clip!
I was just live on @cnn.com talking about Taiwan’s military drills and my survey results published at @brookings.edu on declining Taiwanese perceptions of America as a trustworthy ally. Here’s a clip!
August 11, 2026 at 6:46 AM
I was just live on @cnn.com talking about Taiwan’s military drills and my survey results published at @brookings.edu on declining Taiwanese perceptions of America as a trustworthy ally. Here’s a clip!
Reposted by Lev Nachman
Contested Taiwan Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation by @lnachman32.bsky.social is excellent.
July 26, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Contested Taiwan Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation by @lnachman32.bsky.social is excellent.
Reposted by Lev Nachman
This is a topic my colleagues and I have long followed. We have survey data from back in 2019-2020 about how Taiwanese feel about Hong Kong, the protests, and what should be done to help:
foreignpolicy.com/2021/08/05/t...
foreignpolicy.com/2021/08/05/t...
Taiwanese Are Sympathetic but Uncertain About Hong Kong Refugees
Widespread support for protesters may not translate into policy.
foreignpolicy.com
July 23, 2026 at 10:48 AM
This is a topic my colleagues and I have long followed. We have survey data from back in 2019-2020 about how Taiwanese feel about Hong Kong, the protests, and what should be done to help:
foreignpolicy.com/2021/08/05/t...
foreignpolicy.com/2021/08/05/t...
Reposted by Lev Nachman
I truly love this picture and I hope the photographer and the bookstore employee are having a nice day. The others in this photo can go fuck themselves.
‘A statement of freedom’: T-shirt slogan goes viral and book sales rocket in Taiwan after Hong Kong raids
Taiwanese people look on with concern at fate of Hong Kong’s independent booksellers, after series of arrests in recent months
www.theguardian.com
July 23, 2026 at 4:42 AM
I truly love this picture and I hope the photographer and the bookstore employee are having a nice day. The others in this photo can go fuck themselves.
Reposted by Lev Nachman
Also, another example of the HK government not understanding the Streisand Effect and somehow inadvertently making an advert for Emily Feng’s book. The article also has a quote from @lnachman32.bsky.social !
‘A statement of freedom’: T-shirt slogan goes viral and book sales rocket in Taiwan after Hong Kong raids
Taiwanese people look on with concern at fate of Hong Kong’s independent booksellers, after series of arrests in recent months
www.theguardian.com
July 23, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Also, another example of the HK government not understanding the Streisand Effect and somehow inadvertently making an advert for Emily Feng’s book. The article also has a quote from @lnachman32.bsky.social !
I am quoted in @theguardian.com discussing Taiwan’s symbolic versus substantive support for Hong Kongers.
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
‘A statement of freedom’: T-shirt slogan goes viral and book sales rocket in Taiwan after Hong Kong raids
Taiwanese people look on with concern at fate of Hong Kong’s independent booksellers, after series of arrests in recent months
www.theguardian.com
July 23, 2026 at 10:39 AM
I am quoted in @theguardian.com discussing Taiwan’s symbolic versus substantive support for Hong Kongers.
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
www.theguardian.com/world/2026/j...
Reposted by Lev Nachman
Many in Taiwan perceive a conflict with China as not simply involving the United States, but also Japan, new polling suggests.
Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China
Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep.
foreignpolicy.com
July 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Many in Taiwan perceive a conflict with China as not simply involving the United States, but also Japan, new polling suggests.
The Taiwanese government gave everyone the day off for my birthday it has nothing to do with the giant typhoon heading for us this is what I asked for you’re all welcome PS. Please be safe!!
今天放假不是因為颱風，是因為我生日，跟那個快來的超大颱風完全無關，這是我要的禮物，不客氣！PS. 大家注意安全喔！
今天放假不是因為颱風，是因為我生日，跟那個快來的超大颱風完全無關，這是我要的禮物，不客氣！PS. 大家注意安全喔！
July 10, 2026 at 5:40 AM
The Taiwanese government gave everyone the day off for my birthday it has nothing to do with the giant typhoon heading for us this is what I asked for you’re all welcome PS. Please be safe!!
今天放假不是因為颱風，是因為我生日，跟那個快來的超大颱風完全無關，這是我要的禮物，不客氣！PS. 大家注意安全喔！
今天放假不是因為颱風，是因為我生日，跟那個快來的超大颱風完全無關，這是我要的禮物，不客氣！PS. 大家注意安全喔！
Reposted by Lev Nachman
I'm happy to share my newest op-ed "Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China: Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep" with @poscwty1.bsky.social for @foreignpolicy.com!
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China
Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep.
foreignpolicy.com
July 9, 2026 at 12:40 PM
I'm happy to share my newest op-ed "Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China: Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep" with @poscwty1.bsky.social for @foreignpolicy.com!
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
I'm happy to share my newest op-ed "Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China: Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep" with @poscwty1.bsky.social for @foreignpolicy.com!
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China
Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep.
foreignpolicy.com
July 9, 2026 at 12:40 PM
I'm happy to share my newest op-ed "Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China: Opinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep" with @poscwty1.bsky.social for @foreignpolicy.com!
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
This is a gift link, so there is no paywall! 🧵
foreignpolicy.com/2026/07/07/c...
Reposted by Lev Nachman
I am proud to share my latest peer-reviewed work with Nathan Kar Ming Chan and John Mok, "Desperate Acts of Democracy: Identity Threat, Autocratization and Voter Turnout in Hong Kong" out now at @chinaquarterly.bsky.social.
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
July 7, 2026 at 12:34 PM
I am proud to share my latest peer-reviewed work with Nathan Kar Ming Chan and John Mok, "Desperate Acts of Democracy: Identity Threat, Autocratization and Voter Turnout in Hong Kong" out now at @chinaquarterly.bsky.social.
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
I am proud to share my latest peer-reviewed work with Nathan Kar Ming Chan and John Mok, "Desperate Acts of Democracy: Identity Threat, Autocratization and Voter Turnout in Hong Kong" out now at @chinaquarterly.bsky.social.
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
July 7, 2026 at 12:34 PM
I am proud to share my latest peer-reviewed work with Nathan Kar Ming Chan and John Mok, "Desperate Acts of Democracy: Identity Threat, Autocratization and Voter Turnout in Hong Kong" out now at @chinaquarterly.bsky.social.
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
This piece is very special to us, and likely our last survey study in HK🧵
I’m officially a permanent resident of Taiwan 🇹🇼 🥹🌸
I was awarded a Plum Blossom Card (梅花卡) designated for “those who have made a special contribution to Taiwan,” that beyond PR, will allow me to apply for dual citizenship after a number of years!
感謝台灣，我永遠的家🫶
I was awarded a Plum Blossom Card (梅花卡) designated for “those who have made a special contribution to Taiwan,” that beyond PR, will allow me to apply for dual citizenship after a number of years!
感謝台灣，我永遠的家🫶
July 1, 2026 at 8:46 AM
I’m officially a permanent resident of Taiwan 🇹🇼 🥹🌸
I was awarded a Plum Blossom Card (梅花卡) designated for “those who have made a special contribution to Taiwan,” that beyond PR, will allow me to apply for dual citizenship after a number of years!
感謝台灣，我永遠的家🫶
I was awarded a Plum Blossom Card (梅花卡) designated for “those who have made a special contribution to Taiwan,” that beyond PR, will allow me to apply for dual citizenship after a number of years!
感謝台灣，我永遠的家🫶
I just think it’s cool they get to compete as Curaçao and not Dutch Willemstad.
(This is a Chinese Taipei joke)
(This is a Chinese Taipei joke)
June 14, 2026 at 5:46 PM
I just think it’s cool they get to compete as Curaçao and not Dutch Willemstad.
(This is a Chinese Taipei joke)
(This is a Chinese Taipei joke)
🧵Last month @poscwty1.bsky.social & I published a three-part series for @brookings.edu featuring the most current updates to Taiwanese public opinion available.
In our first piece, we asked what Taiwan thought of Cheng Li-wun's trip to China & meeting with Xi Jinping:
In our first piece, we asked what Taiwan thought of Cheng Li-wun's trip to China & meeting with Xi Jinping:
How do Taiwanese feel about the Cheng-Xi meeting? | Brookings
Lev Nachman and Wei-Ting Yen present original survey data evaluating how Taiwanese voters saw the Cheng-Xi meeting.
www.brookings.edu
June 9, 2026 at 4:32 PM
🧵Last month @poscwty1.bsky.social & I published a three-part series for @brookings.edu featuring the most current updates to Taiwanese public opinion available.
In our first piece, we asked what Taiwan thought of Cheng Li-wun's trip to China & meeting with Xi Jinping:
In our first piece, we asked what Taiwan thought of Cheng Li-wun's trip to China & meeting with Xi Jinping:
KMT Party Chair Cheng Li-wun casually dropping the anti-semitic trope of Jewish control of the United States government during her speech in the US:
"如果猶太朋友可以對美國有怎麼關鍵的影響力, 我們華人的智慧,華人的努力,華人的平德, 絕對不輸給他們."
"如果猶太朋友可以對美國有怎麼關鍵的影響力, 我們華人的智慧,華人的努力,華人的平德, 絕對不輸給他們."
June 9, 2026 at 9:56 AM
KMT Party Chair Cheng Li-wun casually dropping the anti-semitic trope of Jewish control of the United States government during her speech in the US:
"如果猶太朋友可以對美國有怎麼關鍵的影響力, 我們華人的智慧,華人的努力,華人的平德, 絕對不輸給他們."
"如果猶太朋友可以對美國有怎麼關鍵的影響力, 我們華人的智慧,華人的努力,華人的平德, 絕對不輸給他們."
Reposted by Lev Nachman
What do Taiwanese voters think of Trump?
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
How partisan is Taiwan’s security debate? | Brookings
Lev Nachman and Wei-Ting Yen delve into two of the most divisive issues in Taiwan: the special defense budget and perceptions of the U.S.
www.brookings.edu
May 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
What do Taiwanese voters think of Trump?
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
What do Taiwanese voters think of Trump?
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
How partisan is Taiwan’s security debate? | Brookings
Lev Nachman and Wei-Ting Yen delve into two of the most divisive issues in Taiwan: the special defense budget and perceptions of the U.S.
www.brookings.edu
May 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
What do Taiwanese voters think of Trump?
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
Does Taiwan see America as a trusworthy ally?
Would voters support more defense spending?
Have attitudes changed over time?
All of this and more with @poscwty1.bsky.social in our final piece for @brookings.edu 3 part series:
Taipei! I’m giving a book talk next Thursday at National Chengchi University! All are welcome to register and join!
May 22, 2026 at 3:12 AM
Taipei! I’m giving a book talk next Thursday at National Chengchi University! All are welcome to register and join!
I’m quoted in @nbcnews.com discussing the potential Trump-Lai phone call.
www.nbcnews.com/world/taiwan...
www.nbcnews.com/world/taiwan...
Taiwan welcomes idea of Trump talking to its president, which would be a major break in protocol
President Donald Trump has said he may speak with the leader of the Beijing-claimed island in a move likely to antagonize China, though it is unclear whether a call will actually take place.
www.nbcnews.com
May 22, 2026 at 2:50 AM
I’m quoted in @nbcnews.com discussing the potential Trump-Lai phone call.
www.nbcnews.com/world/taiwan...
www.nbcnews.com/world/taiwan...