Opinion | Come July 1, Leung will get the report card he deserves from Hongkongers

Embattled Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying broke with tradition and released a report card on his performance since taking office one year ago, in a bid to show that his administration has been effective in a wide range of areas, including economics, land and housing, transport, as well as livelihood issues.

He has tried to project an image of a stable and pragmatic administration. Yet, the latest opinion poll by the University of Hong Kong shows that public confidence in him has plummeted to a new low. His days appear numbered, and the July 1 rally could trigger the beginning of the end.

With public discontent reaching boiling point, Leung can no longer shirk his responsibility, and neither can his so-called supporters who were either motivated by self-interest or simple ignorance.

Hong Kong has suffered immensely under the Leung administration. If his supporters still have an ounce of decency and self-respect, they should apologise to the people. Unfortunately, even when confronted by undeniable facts, they will continue to try to pull the wool over our eyes and shift the blame to someone else.

Two such examples are long-time grass-roots representative Ho Hei-wah and executive councillor Fanny Law Fan Chiu-fun.

First, let's look at the case of Ho, who is supposed to be a defender of the interests of grass-roots community groups. However, he has failed to monitor the government and push for better policies in housing and social welfare.