Taiwan President Tsai Rises From the Ashes

The transcript discusses the political landscape in Taiwan, highlighting the shift in popularity of a political figure due to the Hong Kong protests. It explores Taiwan's stance on sovereignty and the impact of these protests on public opinion, especially among young voters. The potential challenges in the upcoming election are considered, including the possible candidacy of the Foxconn founder, which could alter the election dynamics.

What event significantly boosted Tsai Ing-wen's popularity among young voters?

• A new trade agreement with the US

• The Hong Kong protests

• A major infrastructure project

• A successful economic reform

What is the stance of Tsai Ing-wen's party regarding Taiwan's status?

• Taiwan should merge with Hong Kong

• Taiwan should become a US state

• Taiwan should be a part of China

• Taiwan is a sovereign independent nation

Why did a voter decide to switch support from the KMT to Tsai Ing-wen?

• Distrust in China's promises after the Hong Kong protests

• Due to economic policies

• Because of a new education reform

• A personal meeting with Tsai Ing-wen

What is a potential factor that could disrupt Tsai Ing-wen's election campaign?

• A scandal involving her party

• A new trade war

• A natural disaster

• Terry Gou entering the race as an independent

Who is Terry Gou, and why is he significant in the context of the upcoming election?

• A leading economist in Taiwan

• A famous Taiwanese actor

• The founder of Foxconn considering an independent run

• A former president of Taiwan