HK Activist Joshua Wong Says Election Ban Is an Order From Beijing

The transcript discusses the disqualification of a candidate from local council elections, allegedly due to political motives from Beijing. The decision is perceived as subjective and aimed at censoring political opponents. The disqualified candidate believes this will incite public resistance in Hong Kong.

What reason does the speaker give for their disqualification from the local council elections?

• A lack of public support

• A clerical error in the nomination process

• A political mission ordered by Beijing

• A personal vendetta by the returning officer

How does the speaker describe the disqualification process?

• A random selection process

• A public voting system

• A fair and transparent procedure

• A mind-reading game

What does the speaker believe is the aim of the disqualification process?

• To ensure only qualified candidates run

• To censor political opponents

• To reduce the number of candidates

• To promote diversity in elections

How many nominees were disqualified along with the speaker?

• One hundred others

• None, the speaker was the only one

• Ten others

• Fifty others

What does the speaker predict will happen as a result of their disqualification?

• A rise in support for the ruling party

• Increased voter apathy

• More people protesting in the streets

• A decrease in political engagement