China’s Message with Lee Ming-che: Promote Democracy, Pay the Price
China is not only punishing Lee, but sending a message to discourage others from following in Lee’s steps in line with how harshly it treats its own people.
China is not only punishing Lee, but sending a message to discourage others from following in Lee’s steps in line with how harshly it treats its own people.
The parade not only re-energized marriage equality movement, it also shows that Taiwan’s LGBTQ movement continues to inspire the rest of Asia.
Taiwanese youth today, who have grown up in a democracy, have developed a suspicion of China in defense of their identity and democratic values.
Instead of tanks and soldiers during the martial law era of the Republic of China rule, the parade this year highlighted key priorities for Taiwan today.
When I hear people say “the ROC is just a name,” or “let’s not fight over nomenclature and symbols,” I say the opposite. Let’s really talk about them.