Diane Romanello paintings

Diane Romanello paintings
Diego Rivera paintings
State Department spokesman Philip Reeker told reporters there was no change in change in U.S. policy toward Taiwan."We expect any dispute to be resolved peacefully. The president's said that. We expect, hope, believe that peaceful resolutions are possible. He said that the Chinese have to hear that we'll uphold the spirit of the Taiwan Relations Act," Reeker said Full Force of the U.S. Military?In the interview, which was taped on Tuesday, Bush was asked if the nation has an obligation to defend Taiwan."Yes, we do, and the Chinese must understand that," he said.Asked if his commitment would be backed up with the full force of the U.S. military, Bush replied: "Whatever it took to help Taiwan defend herself."In interviews with CNN and The Associated Press later Wednesday, Bush softened his stance, only saying military force is "certainly an option