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Examines the democratic debate in Hong Kong-and throughout Asia-in the context of political elite attitudes and beliefs.

Table of Contents

Preface Introduction The Game's Afoot: Democratic Openings in Hong Kong with Lasting Effect Hong Kong Politicians and Asian Values Political Elite Support for the Singapore Model Hong Kong Politicians on Freedoms, Civil Liberties, and the Rule of Law Hong Kong Politicians and Democracy: Desirability and Pace for the SAR The Democratization Roadblock? The Perception of Economic Trade-Offs from Democracy The 1998 Elections and Beyond: Democracy and "Home Style" Comes to China To Boldly Go: The Hong Kong Mission Appendix Bibliography Index

About the Author

BOB BEATTY is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas. He has published in leading academic journals and is the co-host of the television program Insight Politics. His research on political elites has included interviews with members of the U.S. Senate, the British House of Commons, the Hong Kong Legislative Council, and the Irish Dail.