In 1928, the USA was the first government to recognize the Republic of China. Now in Taiwan, the government has become a beacon of democracy and freedom in Asia.
The people have elected the first woman president, Tsai Ing-wen, and have given a majority to the opposition, the Democratic Progressive Party. This shows Taiwan is a free democracy, allows peaceful transition of powers, promotes human rights and gender equality.
Because of the People's Republic of China, few countries have formal relations with Taiwan. China threatens with military exercises, bullies Taiwanese people when they display national pride, and bullies the world into believing there can be only "one China."
The USA should reaffirm its commitment to Taiwan, and should stand on the side of democracy, not coercion.