Public Opinion
The organization was criticized by some Taiwanese for being involved in relief efforts in mainland China, but criticism has since subsided during the 921 earthquake in Taiwan, when the organization was able to draw on its logistics experience to provide disaster relief. In contrast to the official government efforts to deal with the disaster, which were considered uncoordinated and haphazard, Tzu Chi was widely praised for its efforts.
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