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- Born: May 18, 1946
- Spouse: Yu Fang-chih
- Alma Mater
- National Taiwan University
- Leader of the Democratic Progressive Party and Pan-Green Coalition
- Served as Mayor of Kaohsiung city from 1998 to 2005
- Premier of Taiwan from February 1, 2005 to January 25, 2006
- Supporter of Taiwan Independence
- Opposes strong economic ties with China, citing fears of becoming a territory like Hong Kong or Macau
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Frank Hsieh is the former chairman of the DPP in political organization in Taiwan. Hsieh represented the incumbent Democratic Progressive Party in the 2008 presidential election, and lost to challenger Ma Ying-jeou of the Kuomintang party. The defeat marked the end of eight years of DPP political dominance.
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Resignation
Hsieh stated prior to the 2008 election that he would retire from politics if he lost. Hsieh won 41.55% of the vote to Ying-jeou's 58.45%, forcing Hsieh to keep his promise, and leave his post as chairman.The China Post: Frank Hsieh to step down as DPP chairman tomorrow (March 25, 2008) Following his resignation Tsai Ing-wen was nominated to take his place. -
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Frank Hsieh Questions
What is the story behind Charles Frank Holmans $55,000.00 donation to help fund Nashua NHs Historic Holman Stadium in 1937? 2 AnswersWell, took a bit of searching on the subject, but this is what I could find about his connection with the city and the project: "Charles Frank Holman served as ... read more
Did Rep. Barney Frank handle this Town Hall heckler appropriately? 8 AnswersThe truth is, if you yell and scream and call things by inappropriate names (in other words if you act in an unprofessional manner) then I believe you deserve a... read more
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Frank Hsieh News and Information
- Google News: Frank Hsieh
- The China Post: Frank Hsieh Given Special Throat-Smoothing Tincture (March 17, 2008)
- China Post: Former DPP Chairman Hsu Endorses Frank Hsieh (February 25, 2008)
- China Post: Ma, Hsieh Stress Identity in Debate (February 25, 2008)
- Taipei Times: Hsieh Camp Attacks Ma Over Taipei Fubon Bank (February 24, 2008)
- Xinhua News: Taiwan Spouses of Mainland Women Angered by Hsieh's Insult (February 22, 2008)
- Taipei Times: Chiu Asks Hsieh to Give 'Smear Campaign' Details (February 16, 2008)
- Taipei Times: Hsieh to Cut Back on TV Ad Spots (February 10, 2008)
- BBC News: New Head for Taiwan Ruling Party (January 14, 2008)
- "Frank Hsieh, who is regarded as more moderate and pragmatic, has long argued that the party needs to address economic and social issues if it is to broaden its appeal to voters."
- Asia Times: Taiwan's Comeback Kid (May 17, 2007)
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