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Ma's sliding popularity is a strong message to Beijing that even though Ma still represents the majority sentiment of Taiwan, there are many who are very suspicious of his leadership.

Taiwan Vote Shows Doubt About China Paul Mozur 2012

It remained studiously silent throughout this campaign, although its preference for Mr. Ma's re-election was no secret.

Taiwan's Ordinary Election 2012

Pop gives Ma's injections in the bedroom with the door closed.

Muslin Lydia Copeland 2011

The pro-DPP Liberty Times said that "Ma's toughest battle will be how to stand up against China in future cross-strait talks as now it is 'pay back time' after Beijing successfully helped Ma to solidify his support base in two elections."

Taiwan Vote Shows Doubt About China Paul Mozur 2012

Reactions from Beijing and Washington to Mr. Ma's victory signaled their relief.

Taiwan Vote Shows Doubt About China Paul Mozur 2012

Brooklyn Rider is a string quartet formed by members of Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Project, which brings together musicians from Eastern and Western traditions.

Brooklyn Rider quartet offers generic fusion, Iranian star 2011

And Ma's somewhat dour and undemonstrative personality has failed to ignite real enthusiasm about his leadership, with opinion polls showing that only about 30 percent of voters approve of his performance.

Taiwanese President Ma to try for second term 2011

Mr. Soong, a former heavyweight in Ma's Nationalist Party, has little chance of winning, though political analysts said he could draw voters away from the president.

Taiwan Re-Elects Ma President 2012

Still, Ma's path to victory could be strewn with pitfalls.

Taiwanese President Ma to try for second term 2011

Mr. Ma's Kuomintang party also retained its majority in the legislature.

Taiwan's Ordinary Election 2012