Han Kuo-yu vs John Gorton

Han Kuo-yu, a relatively unknown KMT politician, was elected Mayor of Kaohsiung, a traditional DPP stronghold. His populist campaign, focused on economic revival and closer ties with China, won him a landslide victory and made him a national political figure.

Han Kuo-yu won the KMT primary and became the party's candidate for the 2020 presidential election. He campaigned on a platform of economic growth and cross-strait engagement. He lost to incumbent Tsai Ing-wen by a significant margin, receiving 38% of the vote.

Han Kuo-yu was recalled as Mayor of Kaohsiung in a recall election, the first such successful recall of a mayor in Taiwanese history. The recall was driven by dissatisfaction with his performance and his decision to run for president while serving as mayor.

Han Kuo-yu was elected Speaker of the Legislative Yuan after the KMT became the largest party in the 2024 legislative elections. This marked a political comeback after his recall, positioning him as a key figure in Taiwan's legislature.

Gorton was elected to the Australian Senate as a Liberal Party member. He represented Victoria and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a prominent figure in the party.

Gorton became Prime Minister on 10 January 1968 after being elected Liberal Party leader. He served until March 1971, focusing on national development and foreign policy.

Gorton resigned as Prime Minister on 10 March 1971 after losing a confidence vote in the Liberal Party. He was succeeded by William McMahon, ending his tenure amid internal party divisions.