On Sunday Oct. 13th, a local organization NY4HK held a rally in support of Hong Kong at the Cube in Astor Place. The event was publicized through social media and rally-goers were encouraged to wear black in support of the movement overseas. Many prominent activists spoke, including Jeffrey Ngo of Demosisto and Sharon Hom of Human Rights in China, as well as a surprise appearance from Cantopop singer-activist Denise Ho. A band called The Sound of Bauhinia performed songs considered Hong Kong protest anthems. The event closed out with volunteers initiating call and response slogans with the audience.

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