Day of reckoning: ruling KMT's majority could slip in polls

Article Abstract:

Taiwan's ruling Kuomintang party (KMT) will probably suffer in legislative elections on Dec 2, 1995, while the Democratic Progressive Party and the New Party expect dramatic gains. Factors in the election include infighting in the KMT, leading to increased corruption; a crackdown on vote-buying; and widespread perceptions that the current government has dealt poorly with threats from Beijing, and with an ailing stockmarket and struggling economy. The campaign has moved largely onto call-in cable TV talk shows.

Public opinion, Nationalist Party of China (Taiwan)

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Obstacle course; president's second term off to a shaky start

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Taiwan President Lee Teng-hui's second term of office appears has begun with turbulence. The legislature has taken issue with Lee over its constitutional authority. Lee's decision to reappoint Lien Chan as premier instead of seeking confirmation by the legislature prompted sharp criticism from opposition lawmakers. Many object to Lee breaking his campaign promises by appointing Lien Chan to the dual posts of premier and vice president.

Political activity, Asia, Lee Teng-hui

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