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“Relative poverty acknowledges that the definition of poverty should move with the times.”
“In my opinion, serving the common good is the true purpose of politics and is also the perspective through which our community should consider constitutional reform.”
“It's neither appropriate nor responsible if I drastically amend a policy after one, two, or three submissions of opinion.”
“Let's face reality. To ensure Hong Kong remains competitive, we have to uphold a very low tax regime.”
“Work is my top priority.”
“I'm fine with criticism against me.”
“Fashion design is an important part of the creative industry that means the most to women.”
“I hope people from the social work profession do not encourage labelling.”
“Nobody wants a stalemate in constitutional development.”
“Hong Kong is not an independent entity... and cannot decide, on its own, its political development.”
“The path for the democratic development of Hong Kong since the return to the motherland has been full of twists and turns. We have had some successes and some failures.”
“If the chief executive cannot have a party background, how can she ensure her team is wholeheartedly united?”
“The SCMP, in short, reveals the renewed spirit of Hong Kong driven by my government - connect and excel - and in its passionate commitment to the community.”
“Real politics should work for the long-term and overall interests of the community.”
“I have a husband at home who doesn't care about politics or global affairs.”
“Now, walking in the streets, people seem to have become richer and more willing to consume. It seems like everybody is ushering in a better future. This has given me great satisfaction and driven me to do more.”
“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.”
“With universal suffrage, every chief executive candidate must face the seven million people of Hong Kong, explain his or her political platform and mission, and win over the people by addressing their interests and concerns.”
“We will value public engagement.”
“Sometimes, government officials and legislators disagree on policies or issues. Yet, we invariably want the best for Hong Kong people.”