In the 1999 resolution regarding Taiwan's future passed by the Democratic Progressive Party, it is stated very clearly that any change to the status quo of Taiwan must be decided by the people of Taiwan through referenda. Chen Shui-bian changedecidedemocratic share on social
I believe that this is not only the view of the people on both sides of the Strait. It is also the common expectation of the US, Japan and the international community. Chen Shui-bian commoncommunityexpectation Change image and share on social
I understand the harsh feelings and sentiments from my opponents and their supporters because I myself have been defeated twice in my political life in the past and I understand very well it is hard to accept your own failure. Chen Shui-bian acceptdefeatfailure share on social
The election is over, and even though there are people who have different ideologies and beliefs, from now on we must all embrace each other, creating a harmonious and unified new Taiwan through our love and tolerance. Chen Shui-bian beliefcreateelection share on social
We also intend to deal with the issue of incorporating basic human rights into our new constitution. Chen Shui-bian basicconstitutiondeal Change image and share on social
I did business the same way President Lee did, and from what I read in the papers, the same way President Ma has done. But I have been charged for misuse and misappropriation. People need to learn at the most basic level that valid charges have not been brought against me. Chen Shui-bian basicbringbusiness share on social
We have had a long wait for democracy. Chen Shui-bian democracylongwait Change image and share on social
The election result is not a victory that belongs to me or my party. Chen Shui-bian belongelectionparty Change image and share on social
It has been well over half a century and I'm glad to say we have taken the right path from authoritarianism to democracy and this is a road of no return. Chen Shui-bian authoritarianismcenturydemocracy Change image and share on social
Over the next four years, I will continue to listen to different views and accept different suggestions. Chen Shui-bian acceptcontinuelisten Change image and share on social
