In theory, Hong Kongers enjoy freedom of assembly. In practice, they can't publicly gather in groups of more than three without some degree of risk if the police label it a riot. "Letters of no objection" from police, which used to be routinely granted, are now routinely denied.
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Two months ago "Glory to Hong Kong" didn't exist, and two minor concessions (one of which was granted later anyway) would have quelled the protests. Now this song, and the nascent national movement it represents, will be a thorn in Beijing's side forever, however they react.
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Singapore has struggled for years to forge a sense of national identity among its multi-ethnic population. But all they needed to do was sign up for "One Country, Two Systems".
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The crisis in Hong Kong right now is one of government legitimacy, and it is close to becoming a crisis of constitutional legitimacy, which would be scary for everyone. Hong Kong independence has not been a demand, but Beijing and the Hong Kong government are radicalizing people
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Making Europe a Special Administrative Region of China will fix Brexit.
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The Revolution will be air-conditioned.
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@KongTsungGan But this violates other visitors’ right to have a pleasant and peaceful environment!
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What's to stop HK / CCP from black-mailing Mall owners into preventing such gatherings? (genuinely curious)
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We might start to see that soon! They are generally a step behind, but it's an excellent question
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