"Taiwan's democracy embodies not merely a democratic experiment; it signifies an exemplary success. The standard of democracy achieved in Western nations is the result of years of trial and error. By comparison, Taiwan's new democracy, after weathering rough waters, has burgeoned into an even more precious accomplishment. Our experience also serves as a reminder that democracy does not come ready-made, nor is it a utopian ideal. There is no express train to transport us to the final destination. Democratic advancement occurs only through constant and gradual endeavor, one step at a time."
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PrisonersMayors of Taipei CityPresidents of the Republic of China on TaiwanChairpersons of Democratic Progressive PartyLegislators of the Republic of China on Taiwan
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"FULL TEXT OF INAUGURAL SPEECH: Paving the Way for a Sustainable Taiwan" in Taipei Times (21 May 2004)
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Chen Shui-bian (Chinese: 陳水扁) (born 12 October 1950) is a retired Taiwanese politician and lawyer who served as the president of the Republic of China (Taiwan) from 2000 to 2008. Chen was the first president from the [[w:Democratic Pro
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