HONG KONG -- Beijing loyalists on Monday celebrated their landslide victory in Hong Kong's first "patriots only" legislative election, dismissing concerns about a steep drop in voter participation.
Officials downplay record drop in voter participation in 'patriots only' polls

Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong Chairwoman Starry Lee, at left in the pink jacket, celebrates with allies after winning a Legislative Council seat. © Reuters
HONG KONG -- Beijing loyalists on Monday celebrated their landslide victory in Hong Kong's first "patriots only" legislative election, dismissing concerns about a steep drop in voter participation.