We must not demonstrate any arrogance, and we must refrain from any irrational or undemocratic behavior.

In the 1999 resolution regarding Taiwan's future passed by the Democratic Progressive Party, it is stated very clearly that any change to the status quo of Taiwan must be decided by the people of Taiwan through referenda.

Because we can't communicate, there's a lot of misunderstanding.

I have great confidence in the universal value and in basic human rights and I have great confidence that referenda will eventually take root and become part of our daily lives in Taiwan.

We have had a long wait for democracy.

Also in the new constitution, we want to lower the voting age from 20 years to 18 years and also gradually implement a voluntary military service in replacement of the current compulsory military service.

The road to democracy may be winding and is like a river taking many curves, but eventually the river will reach the ocean.