Implementing universal suffrage for the 2017 election is a big step forward along our road to democracy. This is not only a solemn commitment of the central authorities to Hong Kong but also the aspiration shared by seven million Hong Kong people.
Instead of wasting time on proposals which are difficult to forge consensus on, such as public nomination and party nomination, it's better to focus the discussion on how to form the nominating committee and the nomination process.
We should continue to grow our economy and create employment opportunities, particularly quality jobs to help the upward mobility of young people.
Low rents mean families have more resources to improve their quality of life and invest in the next generation, facilitating upward mobility.
I firmly believe that the wider community supports achieving the goal of universal suffrage for 2017 according to law. I also believe most political parties do not want to see a failure to attain the goal.
Governance under a chief executive elected by universal suffrage will give fresh impetus to economic and livelihood policies.
