Voter Turnout Plummets in Hong Kong Election

The transcript discusses the Hong Kong elections, highlighting the government's efforts to increase voter turnout, such as making public transport free. Despite these efforts, voter turnout was low due to dissatisfaction with the choices available. The influence of Beijing is evident, with all elected candidates being pro-establishment and the opposition being eliminated. The public is aware of the political realities, and there are grievances about the rollback of democratic freedoms promised in the Basic Law. The elections were peaceful, but the lack of genuine choice has led to public discontent.

What measures did the government take to increase voter turnout?

• They provided free internet access.

• They reduced taxes for voters.

• They made public transport free on election day.

• They offered free meals to voters.

What was the main outcome of the elections in terms of political representation?

• The elections were postponed due to protests.

• A mix of pro-establishment and opposition candidates were elected.

• All directly elected candidates were pro-establishment.

• The opposition won a majority of seats.

How did the government describe the nature of the elections?

• As a fair and open process.

• As a restricted and controlled process.

• As a violent and chaotic event.

• As a postponed and delayed event.

What are the main grievances of the people regarding the elections?

• The elections were held too frequently.

• The government limited their democratic freedoms.

• The candidates were not experienced enough.

• The elections were too expensive.

How did the political situation in 2016 differ from the current situation?

• The pro-establishment camp was banned in 2016.

• The pro-democracy camp had more seats in 2016.

• The elections were not held in 2016.

• The pro-democracy camp had fewer seats in 2016.