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Red Shirt Leader’s Return Sparks Hope for Democratic Renewal in Thailand

Red Shirt Leader’s Return Sparks Hope for Democratic Renewal in Thailand

By Thanapat Pekanan
Can the return of exiled politicians ignite hope for Thai democracy and reshape its political landscape?

Changing Thailand: New Ideology, Old Politics

Changing Thailand: New Ideology, Old Politics

By Watcharin Rattanataymee
Despite the PM vote setback, the success of the Move Forward Party during the election has created a new dynamic in Thai politics – one that is likely to persist.
Thailand Protests at a Tipping Point

Thailand Protests at a Tipping Point

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tamara Loos.

Scenes From Thailand’s Massive Protests Demanding Reform

Scenes From Thailand’s Massive Protests Demanding Reform

By Cory Wright
For months, protesters in Thailand have called for reforms. This weekend as many as 100,000 protesters descended on Bangkok.

Behind Thailand’s Protests, Cracks in the Establishment

Behind Thailand’s Protests, Cracks in the Establishment

By James Row
Shifts in the establishment’s support base are driving the Thai democracy movement. That sets the current moment apart.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

The Dark Memory of 1976 Hangs Over Thailand’s Student Activists

The Dark Memory of 1976 Hangs Over Thailand’s Student Activists

By Jake Black
The 1976 Thammasat massacre serves as a horrific reminder of what can happen to those who criticize Thailand’s monarchy.

Thai Protesters Threaten Escalation as Police Make Arrests 

Thai Protesters Threaten Escalation as Police Make Arrests 

By Associated Press
The government cracked down on Friday with the arrests of some high-profile members of the pro-democracy movement. 
After Mass Protest, Thailand’s Pro-Democracy Activists Look to Keep Momentum

After Mass Protest, Thailand’s Pro-Democracy Activists Look to Keep Momentum

By Associated Press
Activists followed up the 2,000-strong demonstration on Saturday with smaller protests.

Thai Court Removes Pro-Democracy Politician From Parliament

Thai Court Removes Pro-Democracy Politician From Parliament

By Associated Press
Thanathorn of the Future Forward Party has long been a thorn in the side of Thailand’s royalist-military ruling class.

The Trouble with Thailand 

The Trouble with Thailand 

By Chonthicha Jangrew
Despite this year’s “elections,” Thailand is no democracy.

History Uprooted in Thailand

History Uprooted in Thailand

By James Buchanan
In the kingdom’s turbulent present, the past has come unstuck.
Coup Revives Thailand’s Democracy Movement

Coup Revives Thailand’s Democracy Movement

By Mong Palatino
Thailand’s coup prone government could inspire its citizens to seek a more inclusive democracy.

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