To the editor:

Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian was speaking truth to power when he recently stated that Taiwan is an independent, autonomous nation and that the people of Taiwan have the right to determine Taiwan's future.

The power he and Taiwan face off against is that of the People's Republic of China whose self-appointed leaders continue to threaten to use force against democratic Taiwan and constantly try to bribe nations from recognizing the island nation.

From his inauguration two years ago, Chen has offered one olive branch after another to the PRC by stating his willingness to sit and discuss all outstanding issues between the two nations. Instead of an honest response, the
crusty PRC leaders demand that Taiwan accept their terms first and then come to the table.

Right. If George Washington had accepted such terms, the 13 colonies would still be British.

Sincerely,

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