Hong Kong Protests Need Support of Big Business

Hong Kong Protests Need Support of Big Business

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Adam Minter, a Bloomberg View columnist, argues that the business community in Hong Kong should defend the city's unique characteristics by being vocal against the government's handling of dissent, especially concerning student protests. He highlights the diminished role of Hong Kong in China's economy compared to previous decades, which reduces the business community's leverage. Minter emphasizes the need for businesses to speak out about the negative consequences of government actions against unarmed students.

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In what ways does the text suggest that the business community should respond to the management of dissent in Hong Kong?

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What does the text imply about the relationship between the protests and the business community's voice?

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