Some Protest Leaders Push to End Street Campaign

The transcript discusses the Occupy Central movement in Hong Kong, led by Benny Tai and others, who plan to surrender to police for participating in illegal gatherings. Concerns about protest violence and student welfare are raised, with calls for alternative strategies. Student leaders, including Joshua Wong, have initiated a hunger strike to demand civil nomination rights. Despite calls to leave, many protesters remain committed to their cause. The movement's history and challenges are highlighted, with the chief executive deeming the demands unconstitutional.

What demands are the student leaders trying to raise with the government?

How did the protests initially begin according to the text?