Thousands March Against Government Betrayal in HK

The annual July 1 protest march in Hong Kong, marking the 13th anniversary of the return to Chinese rule, attracted 52,000 people.
Thousands March Against Government Betrayal in HK
About 53,000 protesters braved Hong Kong's sweltering streets for a prodemocracy rally on July 1 the 13th anniversary of the former British colony's return to Chinese rule. Mike Clarke/AFP/Getty Images
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About 53,000 protesters braved Hong Kong's sweltering streets for a prodemocracy rally on July 1 the 13th anniversary of the former British colony's return to Chinese rule. (Mike Clarke/AFP/Getty Images)
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