Some people advocate public nomination and a three-track system – allowing voters and political parties to make nominations along with the committee. These people do not want any screening of candidates, but they have not clearly defined the concept of ‘screening.’ Carrie Lam Read Quote
I said before that I didn’t care much about my popularity. But did I make use of it? Yes. Carrie Lam Read Quote
It is my earnest hope that all parties across the political spectrum will bear Hong Kong’s long-term interests in mind, apply their political wisdom, and seek a consensus through open and rational communication with people of different views. Carrie Lam Read Quote
During the formulation of policies, we encourage discussion and listen. We should canvass opinions from all sectors of society – especially relevant stakeholders, those who work on the front line, and the youth – with a view to seeking consensus in society. Carrie Lam Read Quote
At the end of the day, we must respect the rule of law in respective jurisdictions. Carrie Lam Read Quote
A consensus on realising the goal of universal suffrage is not unattainable if we bear the common good in mind, move a step further, and try to resolve the differences or even stop insisting on some of one’s own views. Carrie Lam Read Quote
I think housing is not a simple commodity because we are so in short supply of land. So the government has a role to play in providing housing – decent housing and affordable housing – for the people of Hong Kong. Carrie Lam Read Quote
