Pro-Democracy Protesters shut down Hong Kong Airport

Pro-Democracy Protesters shut down Hong-Kong Airport

<Voca>

Tactic[ˈtæktɪk]: a specific method used to achieve something.
 -Reducing prices is a common sales tactic.
 -He is a master of chess tactics.

Successor[səkˈsɛsər]: a person or thing that comes after and takes the place of someone or something else
 -I was asked to nominate my own successor.
 -I'm putting these files in order, so my successor can easily take over the job
  when I live.

Chip away[ʧɪp əˈweɪ]: to slowly make something weaker or less effective
 -The scandal has chipped away at her popularity as a political leader.

extradition[ˌekstrəˈdɪʃn]: the process sending someone accused of a crime
back to the country where the crime was committed.
 -The UK has signed an extradition order for Julian Assange to be sent to the United States.

alienate[eɪliəneɪt]: to make someone supporting or agreeing with you
 -His comments about immigrants have alienated many of his past supporters.

<Article>

Pro-Democracy protesters shut down Hong Kong Airport

Hong Kong international Airport canceled all flights on Monday after thousands of pro-democracy protesters  crowded into the main terminal.

Only flights that had already begun boarding or those cleared for landing were allowed to use runways at the airport. "All other flights have been canceled for the rest of today." an airport statement said.

Hong Kong has experienced more than two months of mass protests calling for democratic reforms and an inquiry into police conduct, with both the protesters and police adopting ever-more extreme tactics.

The protesters' demands include the resignation of the Chinese territory's leader, Carrie Lam, democratic elections for her successor, the release of those arrested in earlier protests, and an investigation into police use of force.

A former British colony, Hong Kong was returned to China in 1997 under the idea of "one country, two systems", which promises the city certain democratic rights not given to people on the mainland. But in recent years, some have accused the Communist Party-ruled central government of chipping away their freedoms.

Banners at the rally in Victoria Park read "Give Hong Kong back to us" and "Withdraw the evil law", the letter a reference to an extradition bill that was the original spark for the protesters. A large crowd sat under umbrellas, which are both a protest symbol in Hong Kong and protection from the summer heat.

At the airport, a flight attendant protesting on his day off said heavy-handed police tactics had alienated some people.

"The police have told a lot of lies to Hong Kong people. We cannot believe them anymore. We have to come here to protest." Lau said , who gave only his surname to avoid repurcussions from his employer.




------

Discussion

What are your thoughts on the pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong?
 - I didn't know what's happening, and why they are doing it. but now I understand.

How would you react if you were stranded at the Hong Kong airport because of the
protest?
- I'll have a patience, because they are try to regain their rights.


Would you argue that the right to protest is essential to democracy? Why? Why not?
 - Yes, I think. because in my opinion, people have a tendency to listen words someone argue or complaint. If they don't say, then... nothing happens.

How do you imagine most Chinese citizens feel about the protests in Hong Kong? Please explain your answer.
 - I have no idea. I never experienced like this one.

What do you imagine will be the outcome of the protests? Why do you think so?
 - I'm not sure, I don't know the future.
but I hope Hong Kong citizens have a rights what they wanted.