Hong Kong people do not keep silent and I urge people around the world to keep their eyes on Hong Kong and the passion with which people are fighting for basic rights. We never give up and we will not be silenced.
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Back in 2014, my fellow Hong Kongers and I hoped to use nonviolent means to fight for our territory's democratic system - a simple right, promised by Beijing, to choose our own leader.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the desire for democratic freedoms and the importance of nonviolent protest.
In this quote, Joshua Wong expresses the collective aspirations of the people of Hong Kong for a democratic system, emphasizing their hope to secure the fundamental right to choose their leader. He underscores the commitment to nonviolent means as a moral choice in their struggle for autonomy and democratic rights, highlighting both the promise made by Beijing and the determination of the people not to forfeit their liberties.
Themes
DemocracyNonviolenceProtestFreedomHong KongLeadership
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on human rights, it may be fitting to reference this quote to stress the importance of nonviolent activism.
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