Even if I were knocked down by one gunshot it wouldn't affect our democracy and I wasn't knocked down and I have great confidence in our democracy and in Taiwan and in the people of Taiwan. Chen Shui-bian affectconfidencedemocracy 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
However, 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. Chen Shui-bian confidencedemocracyhappy Change image and 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 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. Chen Shui-bian acceptauthoritybeijing Change image and 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
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
The results of the two referenda demonstrate the majority view of the Taiwanese people. Chen Shui-bian demonstratemajoritypeople Change image and share on social
