Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a longtime China hawk, has not confirmed that she plans to visit Taiwan, but all indications suggest that she will make a stop on the self-governing island without prior announcement.
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A Pelosi Trip to Taiwan Would Test China’s Appetite for Confrontation
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How Apocalyptic Rhetoric Could Backfire on the Democrats
Hammering voters with breathless emails and apocalyptic messages is preventing Democrats from building a lasting political movement.
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Nancy Pelosi Headed to Singapore, Silent on Taiwan
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Why Pelosi’s Proposed Taiwan Visit Is Raising U.S.-China Tensions
Beijing has issued strongly worded warnings implying that China might use military force if Nancy Pelosi moves forward with a planned trip to Taiwan.