KMT New Leader

"Taiwan's largest opposition party, which favours closer ties with China, has elected Taipei Mayor Ma Ying-jeou as its new leader. " ...Full caverage on BBC and Taipei Times.

It was a landsilde victory. I like him. He is one of few "clean" politicians in Taiwan. He always disciplines himself well, but some say it becomes his weak point in politics. Despite the lack of local force (since he is not a native), he wins a lot of votes result from his good image. I like him because he is always humble, calm, rational and well-organized, not like some politicians with emotional words. I think he is the kind of politician who will make Taiwanese feel proud on international occasions because he speaks fluent English and with wisdom. As a doctor graduated form Harvard Law School, he is well-educated but also has a sense of humor. (And there is one more thing, our mayor is a good-looking guy!! Though it's not the point, I believe that is one of his advantages to win female voters.)

Congratulation to him and also KMT! It's a great step for democracy and Political Parties because it's KMT's first leadership contest. I believe that Ma will bring KMT a revolution, though it's a tough task. Ma: "The KMT cannot afford to split." That's right. That's the only way to be competitive in 2008's presidential election.