| 1 | Mr Hsieh has a reputation as a scrapper, having survived numerous crises and failures. | |
| 2 | But Hsieh is a strong candidate who may yet be able to gain enough middle ground to win. | |
| 3 | In that sense, it's good news that both Ma and Hsieh have pledged to take an open-minded approach to Beijing. | |
| 4 | Chen's own influence has eroded and Hsieh has always taken a more pragmatic approach to relations with the mainland. | |
| 5 | The win also gives momentum to KMT presidential candidate Ma Ying-jeou over DPP rival Frank Hsieh in the March 22 vote. |