>If they were truly for democracy and freedom, where was this
>same energy in Latin America and the Middle East?
>
>A lot of the support for HK is misdirected angst toward China
>as rising force in global politics

But right is right, no matter the motivations. Media coverage has a lot to do with it, too. Which is part of your point I know. Just saying, I don't think everyday people taking HK's side is as disingenuous as is the media's/politicians'.


>Don't get me wrong HK should fight for their independence, but
>they don't need some out of touch NBA owner tweeting for their
>cause.

Why not ?