Last updated: (GMT+8) 01:15 Aug. 30, 2019

Election Tidbits about Tsai Ing-wen, Han Kuo-yu, Ko Wen-je, and Terry Gou

**Continuously updated Traditional Chinese version

about China’s recent ban on solo travel to Taiwan, Han Kuo-yu said exchanges between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait must be based on the principle of peace and prosperity, adding, “There is no need to create an imaginary enemy” and cause turmoil. He called on Chinese authorities “not to equate Taiwanese with the Democratic Progressive Party, as most Taiwanese are kindhearted, peace-loving, and hope for better economic development and education.”

Former KMT(Chinese Nationalist Party) legislator Chen Hung-chang criticized Han Kuo-yu on Aug. 11, asking, “How could the KMT nominate a person as a presidential candidate who spends his days playing mahjong, partying, and womanizing?” On Aug. 12, Han took to Facebook to snap back, saying, “The political circle is full of baseless smears and slanders that are not held accountable. Therefore, from today on, I will remain temperate, kind, courteous, and restrained, but I won’t be magnanimous again.”

, incapable, not getting along well with others, greedy, and enjoying power politics.” In response, Han said, “The accusations are absolutely not true.”

launched a strong verbal attack on Kaohsiung mayor and KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo-yu in a Facebook post on Aug. 12, describing him as “untrustworthy,

Central Standing Committee voting on August 14 to “immediately expel party members who launch malicious attacks and slander the reputation of the party’s presidential and legislative candidates, influencing the party’s image.”

Recently, several members of the Kuomintang (Chinese Nationalist Party) have come up with accusations about its presidential candidate Han Kuo-yu’s personal life, leading to the

County headquarters, he spoke into the microphone and said, “Sound does come out of this microphone. I feel touched.” He then said jokingly, “Finally I got a microphone that works. When I visit another temple later on, if the microphone turns out to be a lemon again, then I’ll have a good reason to suspect that the Democratic Progressive Party is behind it.”

County, on Sunday morning (Aug. 18) was out of order and no sound came out. At noon, when he visited the party’s

The microphone that KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo-yu was using to make a speech during his visit to a

The live streaming event was inspired by an earlier incident. On Aug. 15, Han Kuo-yu mentioned that he handled 10 documents a day, but the statement was met with mockery from the premier, who said the stack of documents he handled every day is taller than a person.

KMT(Chinese Nationalist Party) presidential nominee Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu engaged in a live video streaming event on Facebook Monday (Aug. 19), showing off a stack of official documents as tall as he is and challenging Premier Su Tseng

KMT(Chinese Nationalist Party) presidential nominee Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu said on Aug. 20 that his car is "possibly rigged with a tracker,” questioning whether the national machine was keeping an eye on him. However, law enforcement points out that attaching a tracker to a vehicle is an offense against that cannot be prosecuted without a written complaint by the victim. They asked Han to submit related information to police or a prosecutor's office for investigation, and warned him that, if no such offense had been committed, then the false accusation could embroil him in a malicious accusation lawsuit.

KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo-yu said on Wednesday (Aug. 21), “If I am elected Taiwan president, I’ll restart the fourth nuclear power plant on the premise that the people agree with it and that there is no safety concern.” However, experts responded that because of the nuclear waste and fuel rod issues, it is impossible to restart the fourth nuclear power plant. One said that “Mayor Han’s precious office hours shouldn’t be wasted on the pseudo agenda of the fourth nuclear power plant.”

On Aug. 22 morning, a 90-strong delegation of Japanese lawmakers of the Liberal Democratic Party visited Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu (韓國瑜). The dignitaries and officials of the Kaohsiung City government waited 25 minutes before the mayor finally arrived.

Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu said in a Facebook post on Sunday (Aug. 25), “The behavior of self-directed ‘mud-slinging anonymous letters’ has caught me between tears and laughter and driven me to the brink of my patience. My love and tolerance has come from my heart and are sincere. Since there are people who cannot understand what love and tolerance is, I will not waste my truthfulness and good will on them. I can only defend justice and dignity through legal procedures.”

” She asked for Ko to apologize to the people who have made contributions to society by working for the country, saying accusations should be backed up by substantial evidence.

After Ko accused people around Tsai of being corrupt on Monday afternoon (Aug. 5), Tsai responded that evening by citing Ko’s previous remarks, “

When asked on Tuesday morning (Aug. 6) when she would meet with former Premier William Lai, Tsai said, “I think we have no problems regarding unity, so it’s not necessary to formally hold any kind of meeting.” When asked if a Tsai-Lai ticket is still possible, Tsai said, “The DPP’s unity is not in question. We’ll have the best ticket when the time comes.”

” She added, “ Politics is invading every corner of our lives, so we need to pay extra attention. ”

As for fruit tea, we certainly hope it’s natural, which is best, but if it’s mixed with a political flavor, it won’t taste good.

On the message Taiwan’s Yi Fang Fruit Tea posted on Weibo on Monday (Aug. 5) swearing support for the "one country, two systems" framework and condemning the anti-extradition bill protests in Hong Kong, Tsai told reporters on Tuesday morning (Aug. 6), “

President Tsai Ing-wen told the media on Tuesday morning (Aug. 6), “We have strictly abided by financial discipline. In the past two years, we have had budget surpluses. This year was the first time in 22 years when making the general budget proposal for the following year that we achieved a balanced budget.”

On Aug. 10, President Tsai Ing-wen attended a rally held in support of her reelection campaign by a group of dentists in southern Taiwan. She said during the rally that in the face of the U.S.-China trade war, the international situation is changing, and with it, Taiwan's situation. It is built on a solid foundation of more than three years of hard work, not on a baseless slogan, she said. Taiwan's economy has successfully transformed, and it is now time to call for the people to come together, the president added.

While on a worship tour in the Greater Taipei area on Aug. 11, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen made the following remarks to reporters, “I plead with the public to give Tsai Ing-wen four more years, and our Taiwan will be very different. The economy will turn better, the social care will become better, the national defense will become stronger, and Taiwan’s sovereignty will be safeguarded. As long as I am in power, there is no need to worry that Taiwan will become the second Hong Kong.”

While on a worship tour in the Greater Taipei area on Aug. 11, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen made the following remarks to reporters, “I plead with the public to give Tsai Ing-wen four more years, and our Taiwan will be very different. The economy will turn better, the social care will become better, the national defense will become stronger, and Taiwan’s sovereignty will be safeguarded. As long as I am in power, there is no need to worry that Taiwan will become the second Hong Kong.”

that Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party has reached its black hand into Hong Kong, attempting to fan the flames of the situation in the city and make a mess out of it. Tsai said that as a member of the democratic camp, Taiwan must express its position of support for Hong Kong people fighting for democracy and freedom, adding, “We support, but will not intervene.” Tsai called out to the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities, “Don’t shift the responsibility for the worsening situation to non-existent outside force, don’t refuse to talk with the people, and don’t make a wrong judgment and cause a historic regret.”

On Wednesday (Aug. 14), media asked Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen to respond to the accusation made by China's Taiwan Affairs Office spokesman Ma Xiaoguang that Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party has reached its black hand into Hong Kong, attempting to fan the flames of the situation in the city and make a mess out of it. Tsai said that as a member of the democratic camp, Taiwan must express its position of support for Hong Kong people fighting for democracy and freedom, adding, “We support, but will not intervene.” Tsai called out to the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities, “Don’t shift the responsibility for the worsening situation to non-existent outside force, don’t refuse to talk with the people, and don’t make a wrong judgment and cause a historic regret.”

On the afternoon of August 15, President Tsai Ing-wen said: when you look at what is happening in Hong Kong, the elections in 2020 will be the Taiwanese choosing to continue with their free and democratic lifestyle, or choosing to take a road that will gradually lead to being unified.

On the afternoon of August 15, President Tsai Ing-wen said: when you look at what is happening in Hong Kong, the elections in 2020 will be the Taiwanese choosing to continue with their free and democratic lifestyle, or choosing to take a road that will gradually lead to being unified.

On August 16, the KMT slammed President Tsai Ing-wen for visiting temples. Tsai responded by saying that one should not devalue Taiwan’s positive religious culture just for the elections’ sake.

On August 16, the KMT slammed President Tsai Ing-wen for visiting temples. Tsai responded by saying that one should not devalue Taiwan’s positive religious culture just for the elections’ sake.

On Sunday (Aug. 18), Taiwan President and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee Tsai Ing-wen said that KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo-yu should have managed his city’s affairs well before discussing the management of national affairs.

On Sunday (Aug. 18), Taiwan President and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee Tsai Ing-wen said that KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo-yu should have managed his city’s affairs well before discussing the management of national affairs.

, Australia’s former defense minister, on Aug. 19, President Tsai Ing-wen said, “We are concerned about Hong Kong’s ‘anti-extradition’ movement and support the people of Hong Kong’s pursuit of democracy and freedom, but we are also worried about Hong Kong’s worsening situation. So, we are concerned, but we will not intervene.”

During a meeting with Christopher Pyne , Australia’s former defense minister, on Aug. 19, President Tsai Ing-wen said, “We are concerned about Hong Kong’s ‘anti-extradition’ movement and support the people of Hong Kong’s pursuit of democracy and freedom, but we are also worried about Hong Kong’s worsening situation. So, we are concerned, but we will not intervene.”

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee President Tsai Ing-wen said during a meeting with Japanese politicians on Tuesday, “We are concerned about the development of the situation in Hong Kong, and staunchly safeguard Taiwan’s democracy and freedom, hoping ‘Tomorrow’s Hong Kong can be today’s Taiwan.’”

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee President Tsai Ing-wen said during a meeting with Japanese politicians on Tuesday, “We are concerned about the development of the situation in Hong Kong, and staunchly safeguard Taiwan’s democracy and freedom, hoping ‘Tomorrow’s Hong Kong can be today’s Taiwan.’”

Reacting to the U.S. Department of State’s approval of sales of 66 F-16V fighter jets and related military equipment, Tsai Ing-wen expressed her thanks on Twitter and Facebook Wednesday, saying, “The peace and stability of Taiwan Strait and the region are more assured by the continuing support for Taiwan’s national security.”

Reacting to the U.S. Department of State’s approval of sales of 66 F-16V fighter jets and related military equipment, Tsai Ing-wen expressed her thanks on Twitter and Facebook Wednesday, saying, “The peace and stability of Taiwan Strait and the region are more assured by the continuing support for Taiwan’s national security.”

Ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee President Tsai Ing-wen said during a reception for international guests on Wednesday, “In the face of China, Taiwan will not provoke, but will staunchly defend national sovereignty and the rights of people. Taiwan is willing and capable of strengthening cooperation with Indo-Pacific countries to make a greater contribution to the peace and stability of the region.”

Ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee President Tsai Ing-wen said during a reception for international guests on Wednesday, “In the face of China, Taiwan will not provoke, but will staunchly defend national sovereignty and the rights of people. Taiwan is willing and capable of strengthening cooperation with Indo-Pacific countries to make a greater contribution to the peace and stability of the region.”

On Aug. 22, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said in a Facebook post, “Would you place all your eggs in a basket or in different baskets?” The importance of spreading the risk cannot be overstated, said Tsai, adding that Taiwan should seek to diversify tourism and avoid over-reliance on revenues from Chinese tourists.

On Aug. 22, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said in a Facebook post, “Would you place all your eggs in a basket or in different baskets?” The importance of spreading the risk cannot be overstated, said Tsai, adding that Taiwan should seek to diversify tourism and avoid over-reliance on revenues from Chinese tourists.

, and Matsu are one. When we commemorate that day, do not forget the spirit of 823, which is to protect our country without any room for compromise.”

for the first time since being elected. “The spirit of 823 is that Taiwan,

On Aug. 23, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) hosted a public memorial ceremony at Taiwushan Cemetery ( 太武山忠烈祠 ) in Kinmen for the first time since being elected. “The spirit of 823 is that Taiwan, Penghu , Kinmen , and Matsu are one. When we commemorate that day, do not forget the spirit of 823, which is to protect our country without any room for compromise.”

In response to Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s comment during an interview on Aug. 23 that he was still “waiting for Tsai to hand over her administration examination paper,” President Tsai Ing-wen told reporters on Sunday (Aug. 25), “My scorecard is handed over to all people instead of any political parties or specific politicians.”

In response to Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s comment during an interview on Aug. 23 that he was still “waiting for Tsai to hand over her administration examination paper,” President Tsai Ing-wen told reporters on Sunday (Aug. 25), “My scorecard is handed over to all people instead of any political parties or specific politicians.”

Ko Wen-je (potential candidate) [ Chinese version ]

In response to President Tsai Ing-wen’s comment on Sunday (Aug. 25), “My scorecard is handed over to all people instead of any political parties or specific politicians,” Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je told reporters, “All people in Taiwan would like to know what President Tsai’s Taiwan values are.”

On Friday night (Aug. 23), during an exclusive interview with a television host who has been at the scene of the Hong Kong protests, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je said, “Even though your next door neighbor is a raucous psycho, you don’t need to have a brawl with that person. You’d better just close your door and do your own thing." “Hong Kong’s anti-extradition protests are expected to have a tragic ending before Oct. 1,” he reiterated.

“In fact, Chinese President Xi Jinping only has to take a step back to settle the unrest, as a change of ideas usually makes a big difference in politics.”

Ko went on to say, "I think China is about ready to replace Hong Kong with the model of Shanghai and Shenzhen, and soon Hong Kong will be overtaken by ‘one country, one system.’”

On Aug. 23, Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) said during a television interview that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has been contacting him through private channels. Kosaid he is waiting for President Tsai to hand in her “transcript on governing the country” by September 17, the deadline for registration as a presidential candidate. Ko said he does not need to run for the presidency if President Tsai can lead Taiwan to a better future; otherwise, he will be supporting Terry Gou (郭台銘) if Gou is willing to run for president.

Ko Wen-je, Terry Guo, and Wang Jin-pyng (王金平) attended a concert together on Aug. 23 to prove that analliance between them is still plausible. Ko said that when it comes to forming such an alliance, what matters most is not whether they would win the election but how to safeguard Taiwan in the foreseeable future. Ko said that Taiwan is facing a difficult and dangerous time as the U.S.-China trade war and Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protests continue. Ko added that politics in Taiwan has centered on the ideological quarrel between the blue and green coalitions since 1994. Not wanting the 2020 election to be yet another contest of fear and hatred, Kosaid he wants to add another option: “hope.”

It’s said that former Foxconn chairman Terry Gou’s rationale for delaying making an announcement about whether he will join the presidential race is based partially on his religious belief that it’s ominous to make such an announcement during ghost month. To which, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je jokingly said on Wednesday, “I studied western medicine, so it’s not a taboo to me.”

Ko Wen-je’s falling out with Want Want China Times Group chairman Tsai Eng- meng shows no signs of easing. On Wednesday, Ko said it’s not him who attached the label of “red media” to Tsai's China Times and CTI Television, adding, “Who in Taiwan does not consider his media to be red media? With such media in Taiwan, do we still need to have enemies?”

In response to Want Want China Times Group chairman Tsai Eng- meng requesting him to define his “relationship with China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO),” Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je said during a media interview on Tuesday (Aug. 20) that his relationship with TAO is that of an adversary because they have to constantly play offense or defense with regard to the hosting of the annual Taipei-Shanghai Twin City Forum. Ko then asked, “What’s Tsai Eng- meng’s relationship with the TAO?”

As Hong Kong’s anti-extradition protests become increasingly intense, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je said during a television interview on Monday, “Three individuals methods of handling things can provide perspective for China President Xi Jinping to deal with the Hong Kong issue: The ex-president of the former USSR Mikhail Gorbachev, former Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew, and former Taiwan President Chiang Ching-kou. I recommend Chiang’s way of handling the Hong Kong issue because Gorbachev caused the Soviet Union to disintegrate and democratize, while Lee ruled tiny Singapore with an iron fist. China’s territory is much bigger, and it’s advisable to learn from Chiang, who gradually loosened his grip (on controlling the people of Taiwan) and let Taiwan’s core values of democracy and freedom become a clue for China to search for.”

During the same interview, Ko Wen-je added, “The U.S. would not like to see Han Kuo-yu emerging victorious from the 2020 Taiwan presidential election.”

During an exclusive TV interview on Saturday, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je said, “China Times and CTI Television Chairman Tsai Eng- meng said to me, 'Why can’t media have their own political stance?’ But when a medium dedicates 70 percent of its content to promoting the KMT’s Han Kuo-yu, it might as well change its name to the Han channel.” Ko added, “If late China Times founder Yu Chi- chung knew what is going on, he would come out of his grave and cry out, ‘How could China Times become such a mess?!'”

In the morning of August 16, Ko Wen-je said he and Terry Gou were “the lion and the tiger,” meaning their personalities fit well together. He said Gou did in fact mention having Ko as his running mate, saying he would only serve one term while Ko could combine the position of vice president with that of premier, but Ko said “no, thanks.” “If I have to serve as vice president, then I just come out and run.”

According to a new opinion poll published on August 15, if Taipei City Mayor Ko Wen-je runs for president, he might make it impossible for President Tsai Ing-wen to be re-elected.

On Wednesday (Aug. 14) night, Ko was asked the question, “The Chinese Communists’ oppressive rule has made young people feel like they don’t have a country. How can Ko Wen-je protect Taiwan and become a leader that defends Taiwan?” Ko uttered some opinions in response to the question, including a comment targeting Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen. He said, “Talking too much is useless, and writing Facebook posts cannot save the country.”

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a tweet, “Our Intelligence has informed us that the Chinese Government is moving troops to the Border with Hong Kong. Everyone should be calm and safe!” Reacting to Trump’s warning tweet on Wednesday (Aug. 14), Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, a potential candidate in Taiwan’s 2020 presidential race, called on Beijing “not to make it into another Tiananmen Square incident.” He said Beijing should think carefully at this point in time because a crackdown like the Tiananmen Square incident would undo 20 years of progress for China.

On Aug. 12, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je said that he once told former Foxconn Chairman Terry Gou, “You must make your presidential campaign winnable before anybody can help. If not, helpers will be at a disadvantage facing the prospect of being purged by Tsai Ing-wen.”

Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, a potential candidate in the 2020 Taiwan presidential elections, commented on Kaohsiung Mayor and KMT presidential nominee Han Kuo -yu during an exclusive media interview on Monday (Aug. 12). “Han Kuo -yu has made a mess of the KMT,” Ko said, adding, “KMT’s old bigwig system has been ruined.” Referring to Han’s personality, Ko said, “Abilities can be trained, but it’s hard to train character.”

“Looked at from the perspective of election strategy, Ko Wen-je’s chance of winning the election is the highest,” Ko said of himself, adding, “But, I haven’t given [joining the presidential race] any thought.”

On Aug. 11, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je was asked by media about his take on Taiwan-based beverage shops in China being recently coerced by the Chinese Communist Party or the Chinese people to pledge their support to the “one country, two systems” framework and to express their opposition to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests. Ko said this is an example of how China has been trying to impose its political agendas upon the economy. In civilized countries, people have the freedom to express their views; and more importantly, they also have the freedom of not wanting to express their views, the mayor said. “China’s economic growth deserves our admiration, but the big gap between its economic development and political development will not be sustained forever, and sooner or later, mishaps will occur,” Ko said, adding, “The democratic development in Taiwan over the past 30 years can serve as great inspiration for China.”

At noon on Aug. 6, Ko Wen-je established the Taiwanese People's Party and held a founding meeting. In an afternoon interview, Ko said: For the 2020 legislative election, the Taiwanese People's Party will certainly nominate candidates to fill all of the non-divisional legislator seats, which is 34 seats, because we must aim high. Ko also believes that the non-divisional legislator seats are the main goal for the Party, not the regional legislators. Taiwanese People’s Party will field candidates that either have a good chance of being elected or are simply used to prevent others from being elected.

Taipei mayor and potential presidential candidate Ko Wen-je admitted on Tuesday (Aug. 6) that he committed a faux pas the previous day by saying, “People around President Tsai Ing-wen are corrupt” – but even so, he hasn’t apologized. Instead, Ko said, “It’s my way of talking whether you like it or not.” He continued by saying, “Today, I am criticizing you! Where have all the 10,000 cartons of cigarettes gone? Actually, all Taiwan’s people have been watching and have their take on the issue. It’s been three weeks, let’s see how she is going to handle it. I bet she will use the same tactics used to handle the Mega Bank and Ching Fu scandals to deal with the cigarette smuggling scandal, by just saying, ‘Refer it to the justice system.’ However, this is not what people expect. They would like to see an attitude of self-examination. Improper use of national resources is also a form of corruption. That’s what I would like to talk with her about.”

On Tuesday, Shen Jung-chin, associate professor at York University in Toronto, Canada, wrote an article, stating: “ There are three qualities that President Tsai Ing-wen has, which Ko Wen-je can’t stand at all. ” First, Ko believes Tsai was born with a silver spoon in her mouth and believes she can’t understand how Ko has to work hard to achieve results. Second, Ko, who grew up as a mama’s boy and is adored by his wife, looks down on women. He will not willingly accept a woman who is ranked higher than him, especially if he feels the woman is not as capable as he is. He thinks he should be the one occupying the highest office in the land. Third, even though Tsai has made great strides in international diplomacy, she has not been good at choosing aides, which has provided fuel for Ko’s jealousy and ambition to replace her.

Following Ko’s accusation of corruption against the people around Tsai on Monday (Aug. 5), lawyer Huang Ti-ying (黃帝穎) wrote in a Facebook post on Monday night (Aug. 5) that Article 241 of the Code of Criminal Procedure stipulates: “A public official who, in the execution of his official duties, learns there is suspicion that an offense has been committed must report it.” Huang said Ko is a public official and has an obligation to report a criminal offense. If he fails to report the offence, he will thereby commit the offense of sheltering criminals, Huang said, adding that if Ko cannot provide evidence after filing a claim, he would then stand accused of making false accusations. If Ko is afraid of filing such a claim, he is a crook, in just the same way he handled the Taipei Dome case, Huang added.

After Ko criticized the people around President Tsai for corruption, the Presidential Office demanded an apology from Ko. When asked by the media on Monday afternoon (Aug. 5) about the demand for an apology, Ko said, “I didn’t criticize her on purpose, but she should reflect on what happened. What am I going to apologize for?”

During a media interview at Noon on Aug. 5, Ko talked about the frequent failed bids for the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Third Terminal project. He said he suspected that political influence has been involved in the bids, and then lashed out at Tsai, saying, “ I supported you (President Tsai) in 2016, but how could you turn the country into such a mess. You weren’t corrupt, but everyone around you was. ”

When asked on Monday (Aug. 5) whether he would throw his hat into the presidential election ring, Ko reiterated that he didn’t want to put himself through it. Despite traveling around Taiwan as if preparing for an election bid, he insisted that it was merely a learning journey to observe and study.

On Sunday (Aug. 4). When asked about his secret meetings with Terry Gou and Wang Jin-pyng, Ko Wen-je said, “Everybody is their worst enemy. In terms of game theory, only No.1 and No. 2 can survive within an electoral district because No. 3 will quickly become marginalized. I believe that after the election, Taiwan’s political territories will be reformed. Three Kingdoms only existed in Chinese history once. If looked at from the perspective of a mathematical model, the triangle is not a stable structure. In game theory, two is a more stable structure.”

Commenting on the rumor that if the Gou-Ko ticket wins the election, Gou would serve as president first, followed by Ko, he said that during his more than 10-year tenure as a National Taiwan University Hospital surgeon, he had seen so many people lose their loved ones that he did not listen to rumors any more. “It’s better to do the right thing. If we put fame and gain first, Taiwan’s future would be worse.”

On Saturday (Aug. 3), Ko pleaded with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) not to stop him from filing the application to found the “Taiwanese People's Party.” Ko said, “Founding the party is an idea that popped into my mind when I was having lunch, and currently no party platform or constitution has been determined. When the time comes, I will use the internet to register party members, but even the website hasn’t been completed yet.”