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The article discussed the findings of the online "July 1 Demonstration Survey", pointed out the power of internet in mobilizing the mass, and analyzed the political efficacy of computer network. The Chinese version was published by Hong Kong Economic Journal in two parts, on July 24 and 25, 2003.

The article discussed the method for calculating the number of participants joining the "July 1 Demonstration", the actual difficulties encountered, and the projection figures. The Chinese version was published in the July edition of Media Digest.

The article discussed the findings of an onsite survey conducted during the "July 1 Demonstration", pointed out the various kinds of mobilizations, and analyzed the paradigm change in Hong Kong's political communication. The Chinese version was published by Hong Kong Economic Journal in two parts, on July 15 and 16, 2003.

The article discussed the on-site survey findings of the "July 1 Demonstration", pointed out the various demands of the people who marched, and analyzed their socio-demographic characteristics. An abridged version in Chinese was published by MingPao on July 7, 2003.

The article discussed the various problems of the consultation exercise conducted by the government in relation to the legislation of Basic Law Article 23, and suggested ways to conduct proper consultations in future. The Chinese version was published by Hong Kong Economic Journal on June 11, 2003.

The article re-analyzed the submissions of the Basic Law Article 23 consultation, and cast doubt on the government's classification and analysis of the public opinion. The Chinese version was published by Hong Kong Economic Journal on June 6, 2003.

The article not only compared and analyzed the change of findings obtained in mid-June and early July regarding the public views on Article 23 legislation, it also discussed the proportions and socio-demographic characteristics of the people who were against continuing the legislative process on July 9. The article also analyzed the indication brought to Hong Kong by the "July 1st Demonstration".

The article compared the findings obtained from different means and channels regarding the public views on Article 23 legislation, and analyzed the proportions and socio-demographic characteristics of its proponents and opponents.

The article dissected the government's approach in collating people's submissions in relation to Article 23 of the Basic Law, cast five points of doubt, and then made a number of suggestions on further analysis. After listing 10 sets of variables for quantitative analysis, the authors also proposed to screen out the more substantive and comprehensive submissions for qualitative analysis.