Chen Shui-bianHowever, I must say that I am very happy to see that we have such a positive result for our first referendum in our history and that gives me more confidence in Taiwan's democracy… ▶353Reading
Chen Shui-bianI 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.364Humanity
Chen Shui-bianIt 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. ✨ BBC Interview, ne… ▶344Reflection
Chen Shui-bianOver the next four years, I will continue to listen to different views and accept different suggestions.311Time
Chen Shui-bianThrough mutual understanding, sincerity and goodwill, and with great wisdom and broad views, the leaders on both sides should jointly initiate new opportunities for peace, stabili… ▶312Philosophy
Chen Shui-bianThe results of the two referenda demonstrate the majority view of the Taiwanese people.3710Humanity
Chen Shui-bianBecause we can't communicate, there's a lot of misunderstanding.283Thought
Chen Shui-bianWe sincerely ask the Beijing authorities across the Strait to view the election result from a positive perspective, to accept the democratic decision of the Taiwanese people.251Humanity
Chen Shui-bianWe will strive to make Taiwan a better place and enable our people to live better lives.263Humanity
Chen Shui-bianWe also intend to deal with the issue of incorporating basic human rights into our new constitution.263Humanity
Chen Shui-bianAlso in the new constitution, we want to lower the voting age from 20 years to 18 years and also gradually implement a voluntary military service in replacement of the current com… ▶3210Love
Chen Shui-bianWe have had a long wait for democracy. ✨ BBC Interview, news.bbc.co.uk. March 30, 2004.255Thought
Chen Shui-bianI have great confidence in Taiwan's democracy.245Reflection
Chen Shui-bianIf we really love and cherish Taiwan, we should hold our hands in unity to protect our country and our democratic values with the most humble and tolerant hearts.2910Love
Chen Shui-bianI believe in the greatness of our democracy. ✨ BBC Interview, news.bbc.co.uk. March 30, 2004.224Humanity
Chen Shui-bianWe must not demonstrate any arrogance, and we must refrain from any irrational or undemocratic behavior.235Time
Chen Shui-bianEven if one tree falls down it wouldn't affect the entire forest.236Time
Chen Shui-bianI 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 v… ▶2610LifePoliticsTime
Chen Shui-bianThe election result is not a victory that belongs to me or my party.193Life
Chen Shui-bianTaiwan is an independent, sovereign country. ✨ Complete Interview with President Chen Shui-bian. Interview with Keith Bradsher, www.nytimes.com. October 18, 2007.259Time
Chen Shui-bianA defensive referendum is for avoiding war and to help keep the Taiwanese people free of fear. ✨ Chen stands up to Bush. www.cnn.com. December 10, 2003.172Humanity
Chen Shui-bianThe road to democracy may be winding and is like a river taking many curves, but eventually the river will reach the ocean. ✨ BBC Interview, news.bbc.co.uk. March 30, 2004.<… ▶151Time
Chen Shui-bianThe grandeur and strength or our people and democracy are as big as a forest.142Humanity
Chen Shui-bianWe will make every effort to unify all ethnic groups, to strengthen belief in Taiwan and to persist in reform.189Love
