CLEAN : Hong Kongers defy Beijing to vote in democracy referendum

The transcript discusses the civil referendum in Hong Kong, highlighting the public's demand for genuine universal suffrage to elect the chief executive in 2017. Despite attempts to sabotage the referendum, Hong Kong citizens continue to vote, sending a clear message to the government and Beijing. The speaker expresses hope that Beijing will recognize the people's will, although immediate positive outcomes are uncertain. Concerns about the government's direction and the imposition of choices by Beijing are also addressed.

What message do the people of Hong Kong want to send to their government and Beijing?

What are the people's demands regarding the election of the chief executive in 2017?

How do the people of Hong Kong feel about the options provided by Beijing for the election?

What is the significance of the number of voters in the context of the referendum?

What concerns do the people express regarding the government's actions?