Opinion
SCMP Columnist
Shades Off
Protest violence should not be the focus. Young or old, Hongkongers just want a better government
- The spotlight on youth discontent diverts attention from the fact that a wide cross-section of society are asking for a bigger say in Hong Kong
- When peaceful demands go unmet, some will turn to violence, as some youngsters have done
On July 1, protesters stormed the Legislative Council chamber and put up Hong Kong’s colonial-era flag underneath a banner saying, “Forced to the point of no return”. Photo: Antony Dickson
Opinion
Opinion
In defence of every Hongkonger’s right to scold the chief executive
- China’s promise to maintain Hong Kong’s status quo for 50 years must include a continuation of the freedoms enjoyed – including the right to take our leaders to task. Yes, one can be free and Chinese
On July 1, protesters stormed the Legislative Council chamber and put up Hong Kong’s colonial-era flag underneath a banner saying, “Forced to the point of no return”. Photo: Antony Dickson