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"China backs Hong Kong chief, slams protesters for violence"
Its coverage of the protests and the publication of a harsh editorial in [one of] the official Communist Party newspaper Global Times may indicate it is prepared to take a tougher line against the demonstrators.
The violence has embarrassed some Westerners who have long shown partiality to Hong Kong demonstrators. But some others attributed the violence to a lack of response from the Hong Kong government to opposition demands. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, despite widespread criticism of the violence, claimed that the Hong Kong protesters "have inspired the world" and their courage should not be ignored.

"These violent assailants in their arrogance pay no heed to Hong Kong's law, no doubt arousing the anger and sadness of all people of the city of Hong Kong," the editorial said.
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Protesters whacked away at thick glass windows until they shattered and then pried open steel security gates before they swarmed into the legislature and vandalized it. Many wore yellow and white helmets, face masks and the black T-shirts that have become their uniform.

Police initially retreated as the protesters entered, avoiding a confrontation and giving them the run of the building. The protesters later vacated it as riot police cleared surrounding streets with tear gas and then moved inside.
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The extradition proposal has heightened fears of eroding freedoms in Hong Kong, which Britain returned to China on July 1, 1997.

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Lam disputed protesters' complaints that officials had not responded to them, saying the government explained that by suspending the bill with no timetable or plan to revisit it, the legislation would die at the end of the current legislative session in July 2020. For the other demands, she said releasing arrested protesters without an investigation would not uphold the rule of law.


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by Cat on Tue Jul 2nd, 2019 at 09:00:51 PM EST
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Beijing issues ominous warning after 'atrocities,' but Hong Kong protesters undeterred
The office said it would firmly support the Hong Kong government's prosecution of those behind the "atrocities."

The Global Times, a mouthpiece publication for Beijing, published commentary criticizing the "mob-like behavior" that it said no Western government would allow.

In the West, police enforce a zero-tolerance policy toward vandalism and the destruction of government property. This recent round of rioting will forever be a stain upon Hong Kong's image as a reliable hub for international finance and commerce.

As a media organization headquartered in Chinese mainland, we were dismayed and shocked beyond belief while watching the legislature building under siege. We were also very concerned about the safety and well-being of the Hong Kong community.  

In light of the autonomy already in place, law and order are the internal matters of Hong Kong and meant to be handled by the local government. However, with a general and common sense understanding of how justice functions,

"Chinese society is all too aware that a zero-tolerance policy is the only remedy for such destructive behavior," the Global Times said. "Otherwise, and without this policy, it would be similar to opening a Pandora's Box, upending social disorder."

The assault on the Legislative Council building Monday came as hundreds of thousands gathered for the latest in a series of protests of a contentious proposal that would allow extradition of Hong Kong residents to China.

We believe that neither Hong Kong nor the Chinese mainland will allow this type of mob culture to flourish. Problems and disputes are to be resolved through constitutional devices currently in place and readily available to all members of society. Using violence to hijack a society like Hong Kong's is the greatest evil of the modern era.
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Joshua Wong, a leader of the pro-democracy movement, said the protests will continue. He defended the behavior of those who smashed their way into the council chamber, saying they destroyed "signs of tyranny" but preserved antiques and even paid for "cans of drinks even though no officers" were present.


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by Cat on Tue Jul 2nd, 2019 at 09:58:19 PM EST
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1 arrested after protesters damage Hong Kong legislature [typo?]
HONG KONG (AP) -- Police said they have arrested at least 13 people for Monday's pro-democracy protests, including one man accused of storming into Hong Kong's legislature building in a break-in involving hundreds of protesters who vandalized offices and the main chamber.
m'k. 13 out of "hundreds of thousands"
The local man surnamed Poon was arrested in Mong Kok for assaulting police, criminal destruction, misconduct in public places and forced entry of the Legislative Council Complex, police said late Wednesday night.

The 12 others, including 11 men and one woman, were arrested in connection with a different protest that took place Monday morning.

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Police also announced two other [!] sets of arrests Wednesday.

They said five [5] men and one [1] woman were arrested for various incidents during a public meeting on Sunday, when supporters of police staged a large rally. Some clashed with anti-government protesters and members of the news media. They were charged with possession of offensive weapons, assault causing bodily harm, common assault and fighting in a public place.

Also Wednesday, police said eight [8] people had been arrested for posting personal data about police officers on the internet as massive protests against the government and police were held in recent weeks.

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Protesters are demanding an independent investigation into the crackdown, which was harsher than usual for Hong Kong. Police have said it was justified after some protesters turned violent.
Mueller is free.

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by Cat on Wed Jul 3rd, 2019 at 07:27:33 PM EST
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UK summons Chinese ambassador over Hong Kong dispute
"I ordered chamomile, not darjeeling, Ming."

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by Cat on Wed Jul 3rd, 2019 at 09:09:25 PM EST
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m'k. AP reporting branched to pathos.
Protesters say storming of legislature born of desperation
files exclusive interview with student leadership, cannot "independently verify" all three (3) fatalities, (2 suicides) attributable to HK revolutionary struggle for democracy. Syndication developing ...
MEANWHILE
In Hong Kong, colonial flag still a symbol of prized values
undermines democratic leadership strategy and goals
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I have never visited HK. I've had no desire to visit HK, but I've made the acquaintance of migratory "Hongkongers" in NYC and London, UK. Incredulouw, yeah, I did a brief tour of HK public data beginning with GINI calculations since 1980, GDP and trade balances (HKMA:USD), historical industrial policy, HK SAR demographic and net migration estimates. Provisional conclusion: AP story unexpectedly yet deftly summarizes British SOP, residual economic impairments. Democracy indeed is not well understood.

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by Cat on Fri Jul 5th, 2019 at 07:19:51 PM EST
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Hong Kongers with UK passport seek right to stay [in UK]  - video
So yeah, I checked out current uk.gov advisory on qualifications and relief, too. Sad.

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by Cat on Fri Jul 5th, 2019 at 07:38:02 PM EST
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meaningful vote on 'no-amendment' deal with freedom fighters, Beijing developing ...

Lam says Hong Kong bill is 'dead' but unclear if demand met 'face time'

Leaders of the monthlong protest movement vowed to keep up pressure until the legislation is officially revoked.


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by Cat on Tue Jul 9th, 2019 at 06:03:26 AM EST
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