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Democracy and security do not fall from heaven — they come with a cost.

— Su Tseng-chang Su Tseng-chang (2013)

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If Taiwan can establish a democracy, so can you (Mainland China).

Su Tseng-chang (2014)

Kneeling before (mainland) China and begging for mercy would not make Taiwan better.

Su Tseng-chang (2019)

Taiwan cannot sign such an (peace) agreement (with Mainland China).

Su Tseng-chang (2019)

Once the investigation into the (Nanfang'ao Bridge) collapse is complete, anyone found to bear responsibility for the incident would be strictly punished.

Su Tseng-chang (2019)

The DPP is committed to its responsibilities for the future of Taiwan, is willing to reconcile through dialogue as a means of normalizing Cross-Strait relations, and desires to be a responsible partner of fellow democracies in the Asia-Pacific.

Su Tseng-chang (2013)

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