760: 致敬與盼望——寫在支聯會案宣判之後

香港高等法院就已解散的支聯會，以及其三位領袖李卓人、鄒幸彤與何俊仁，被控《香港國安法》「煽動他人顛覆國家政權」罪一案作出裁決，各被告人罪名成立。

這一判決，標誌著中港政府為「六四」下了一個新的官方定性，而這與過去三十七年間，大部份當時在香港的人視六四為中國歷史轉捩點的理解，截然不同。這樣的分歧將如何在香港人心中留下印記，值得我們持續留意、深思。對於海外華人，尤其是這三十七年來因六四而遠走他鄉的一群，恐怕更難迴避一個事實——自己一生對中國的理解，早已與六四密不可分，無法割裂。

我只能說，今天的判決，令人不得不相信，香港已正式步入了「新香港」的年代。這片土地的法治，也似乎正由昔日守護市民權利的普通法精神，在相近的法律框架之下，逐漸演變為維護行政機關與威權管治的工具。

正如選擇認罪的何俊仁，曾在庭上坦然說道：「我哋會堅持要結束一黨專政……繼續爭取五大訴求嘅落實……但係如果法律逼到我哋係冇地方走嘅，要我收聲嘅，對唔住我做唔到呀！我係寧願承受法律嘅後果，呢個係好簡單。」這番話，是求仁得仁的坦蕩，也是一位七十四歲民主老將，用一生所守的信念，換來的從容。我只盼望，這位長者，與同樣年近七十的李卓人，能在判刑時得蒙寬減，早日重獲自由。

至於六四發生之時僅四歲、自幼隨父母參與維園燭光晚會成長的鄒幸彤——她的智慧與勇氣，早已在多年抗爭中展露無遺。她曾說：「你要在專政之下爭取民主，被捕是不可避免的，要來就來吧。」這樣的豪語，說得雲淡風輕，背後卻是何等沉重的抉擇。願神的能力與她同在，讓她在漫長艱難的日子裡，心志仍能堅毅不倒；更願神蹟終有一天發生，讓她重返自由的天空之下。

六四事件已過去三十七年，當年一同經歷那個歷史時刻的一代人，如今已各自走上不同的路——有人留下，有人遠行，有人身陷囹圄，仍有人在自由的土地上，繼續為這段記憶發聲。願掌管歷史的神，終有一天，讓世人看見祂同樣也是公義的神。

周偉文 社長

Tribute and Hope—Reflections Following the Verdict in the Hong Kong Alliance Case

The Hong Kong High Court has handed down its verdict in the case involving the now-dissolved Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China and its three leaders—Lee Cheuk-yan, Chow Hang-tung, and Albert Ho—who were charged under the Hong Kong National Security Law with “inciting others to subvert state power.” All defendants were found guilty.

This verdict marks a new official characterization of the “June 4th” incident by the Chinese and Hong Kong governments, one that stands in stark contrast to the understanding held by most people in Hong Kong over the past 37 years—that June 4th represents a turning point in Chinese history. How this divergence will leave its mark on the hearts of Hong Kong people is something we must continue to observe and reflect upon deeply. For overseas Chinese—especially those who have lived in exile for the past 37 years because of June 4th—it is likely even harder to avoid the fact that their lifelong understanding of China has long been inextricably linked to June 4th and cannot be separated from it.

I can only say that today’s verdict compels one to believe that Hong Kong has officially entered the era of the “New Hong Kong.” The rule of law on this land also seems to be gradually evolving—from the spirit of common law that once safeguarded citizens’ rights—into a tool for upholding the executive branch and authoritarian rule, all within a similar legal framework.

As Albert Ho, who chose to plead guilty, candidly stated in court: “We will persist in calling for an end to one-party dictatorship… and continue to fight for the implementation of the five major demands… “But if the law forces us into a corner with no way out, and demands that I remain silent—I’m sorry, but I simply cannot do that! I would rather face the legal consequences; it’s that simple.” These words reflect the unflinching integrity of one who has gotten exactly what he sought, as well as the composure earned by a 74-year-old veteran of the democracy movement through a lifetime of upholding his convictions. I only hope that this elder, along with Lee Cheuk-yan—who is also nearing seventy—will receive leniency at sentencing and regain their freedom as soon as possible.

As for Chow Hang-tung, who was only four years old when the June 4th incident occurred and grew up attending the Victoria Park candlelight vigils with her parents from a young age—her wisdom and courage have long been evident through years of activism. She once said, “If you’re fighting for democracy under a dictatorship, arrest is inevitable—so let it come.” Such bold words were spoken with casual ease, yet behind them lies a decision of immense weight. May God’s strength be with her, so that her resolve remains unshaken through these long and difficult days; and may a miracle one day occur, allowing her to return to the skies of freedom.

Thirty-seven years have passed since the June 4th Incident. The generation that experienced that historic moment together has now taken different paths—some have stayed behind, some have gone far away, some are imprisoned, and still others, on free soil, continue to speak out about this memory. May the God who governs history one day allow the world to see that He is also a God of justice.

Mr. Raymond Chow, Publisher