Problems in Taiwan

The President and Vice President of Taiwan were wounded today when an assassination attempt was made on the President during a campaign stop. President Chen Shui-bian was shot in the stomach but apparently is in good condition and gave a short message on TV later in the night.

Per the story, the attack is not likely to affect the outcome of the election, but who knows.

Can you imagine what would happen if this happened in the US in Early November? I'm sure the Secret Service has nightmares about this type of scenario (or someone attacking anyone they are protecting).

Other then a short announcement, China (PRC) has nothing to say about the incident. This is not surprising as they probably know as much or as little as anyone else. It would not be in their interest to have anything to do with something this crazy.