The central government is likely to bypass local officials, just as it did with last year’s national security law.

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‘Patriots’ Only: Beijing Plans Overhaul of Hong Kong’s Elections

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China plans to impose restrictions on Hong Kong’s electoral system to root out candidates the Communist Party deems disloyal.

The move, meant to ensure only “patriots” hold public office, reinforces the government’s resolve to quash dissent. 

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The New York Times

@nytimes What does this remind me of?🤔

@nytimes Sounds like the QRepublican party.

@nytimes people in HK 20 years ago: "go away british"

people in HK nowdays: "come back british"

@nytimes So I imagine in about 20 years, the word patriot will be associated with Tyrant/Dictators.

@nytimes Our problem is all over the world! This is a human problem.

@nytimes China is adjusting the system which could elect the people who love Hongkong and his/her motherland.

Laminzi

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