Originally Posted by GERRY101101:
And yes, the Chinese government has done much right - particularly economically. But in my book (and hey, maybe its just a personal opinion - but I shudder to think people can disagree) those things can't excuse massive human rights violations. And yes, such violations happen all over the world - which is where a free press and an ability to take action (electoral, or judicial) against government wrongdoing is essential. Obviously that is missing in the PRC. And that is a reasonable basis for some people in HK wanting to go in a different direction.