Democratic progress and defense resolveBy Gahon Chiang 江佳紘Today marks the 30th anniversary of Taiwan’s first direct presidential election. A society that values open elections, civil liberties and a constitutional government must also take national defense seriously. National defense is essential to Taiwan’s democratic survival. Taiwan’s democratic story is still being written. Gahon Chiang is a congressional staff member in the office of DPP Legislator Chen Kuan-ting, focusing on Taiwan’s national security policy.
