Berlin Conflicting narratives circulate about Nancy Pelosi. She does not mind. She even enjoys it. The controversies surrounding her increase her prominence. And with it their influence – as now in the dispute over their trip to Taiwan. Some condemn the 82-year-old as an egomaniac who, with her stubbornness, is leading the world to the brink of another war. Others praise her as a courageous fighter for freedom.
Who is the woman who was the first to rise to the highest representative of the US Congress, for whom a new title was created after all male predecessors – Madame Speaker – and who is now taking on the world power China and her own president? Joe Biden had publicly advised her against visiting Taipei. Chinese media close to the government suggested shooting down their plane.
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