USC U.S.-China Institute's video: Robert Chung Discusses The Movement In Hong Kong

Robert Chung, Public Opinion Research Institute, Hong Kong Prof. Chung taught at the University of Hong Kong for three decades and launched its well-known and highly-regarded public opinion program. Robert Chung discussed the low opinion most Hong Kong people have of the performance of the local government and the chief executive, Carrie Lam. He also showed that while a majority of people opposed the extradition bill, opposition among young people was overwhelming. People with higher levels of education were more critical than others of the government. -- Panelists examined the issues driving the protests in Hong Kong, the social composition and motivations of the protesters and counter-protesters, and how the various sides are using media to reach local, mainland and international audiences. This event was part of the USC Annenberg Communication 310 course, “Media and Society,” taught by Professor Robert Scheer.