Committee Quote by Carrie Lam
“Any proposal that would usurp or water down the rights of the nominating committee would not be able to receive political support.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Legislative Council Meeting, Hong Kong, 2017
Undermining the nominating committee’s authority weakens political legitimacy and support.
In simple terms: Weakening the committee hurts political backing.
Key Takeaway
Protect the committee’s authority.
Themes
politics
governance
legitimacy
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- election reforms
- party nominations
- policy debates
Key Concepts
institutional authority
political support
Questions to Reflect On
- How does committee power affect public trust?
- What safeguards can preserve legitimacy?
A Different Perspective
If the committee loses power, broader democratic trust may erode.
