Is the Regular Hong Kong Resident Still Supporting the Protests After so Much Damage to Public Assets and Reputation?
The heavy hand of the Communist Party is choking the Hong Kong financial center’s reputation and traditions to death.
The pro-democratic camp has stood firmly with the protesters. Despite the ugly scenes from the attacks on the two universities, they scored a landslide victory in the November election. Over 70% of Hong Kong voters participated in this crucial voting process. Their choices spoke volumes about their stance.
The Protests: Weighing the Costs
However, the question remains: Are Hong Kong residents still backing the protests after the significant damage caused to public assets and the reputation of the financial center?
For months, protesters have been disrupting daily life in Hong Kong. MTR stations have been burnt, popular restaurants and shops are under threat, and the streets are constantly plagued by unrest. As a result, people can hardly breathe or enjoy their evening meals. The protesters' actions have led to a severe deterioration of the quality of life for Hong Kong residents.
No one deserves this, which is why the protesters are largely to blame. They are brainwashed and vermin-like figures, threatening the lives and livelihood of the people of Hong Kong.
The November 24, 2019 District Council Election
Following the District Council Election on November 24, 2019, the pro-democracy camps secured the majority of seats. However, this victory has not come without criticism.
I have received a lot of negative comments from pro-protesters claiming that the picture post-election is no longer correct and that I am a shill. To clarify, I spoke to various voters and friends who supported the pro-democracy camps. The consensus is that supporting the pro-democracy camps does not necessarily mean supporting violence or rioting.
People voted based on performance and dissatisfaction with the Chief Executive's administration. Since the pro-democratic camps now hold a majority of seats, the public has the right to expect better performance from the new administration. Voting is about performance, so if unsatisfied, public support will wane.
Remembering the Five Demands
It is important to remember that the protests were about the five demands: democracy, free press, independent judiciary, police accountability, and a proper inquiry into human rights abuses. Many Hong Kong residents still want the government to fulfill these demands.
When asked whether they support the government meeting these demands, the overwhelming response is a resounding 'yes.' The pro-democracy camps need to focus their efforts on fulfilling these demands, rather than continuing to engage in violent protests that harm the city's reputation and daily life.
Let us work together to restore order and improve the quality of life for all residents of Hong Kong. The city's future depends on this.