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Thailand - the Democrats for the next Thai government?

There is talk of the Democrats leading the new Thailand coalition government this time around. It will need the backing of some rebels who were once loyal to Thaksin Shinawatra but who have now changed their...

created by gerrypopplestone | 50 wks ago | updated 49 wks ago
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Bangkok - a tinder box?

Bangkok today is like a tinder box. Waiting to go up in flames. The PAD protesters, thousands of them, are firmly embedded in Suvarnabhumi Airport. The Army has refused to eject them. The Police made...

created by gerrypopplestone | 51 wks ago | updated 51 wks ago
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Bangkok - city of fumes no more!

Kuhn Somkit Muangma (picture1) has been repairing shoes on Thanon Rama IV ever since I can remember. Each time I see him, he is wearing his face mask. When I tell him the atmosphere in Bangkok has...

created by gerrypopplestone | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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US Presence In Iraq Needs New Strategical Approach

The US military presence in Iraq posed a major problem with the local population who regarded them as invaders with the army and its allies occupying their territory. It is for this reason why so many insurgents thrive in most parts of the country to oppose their...

created by affleap | 1 year ago
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Clinton Signage War In NH

The Clinton War Machine has launched its first strategic strike on her opponents in New Hampshire of late. In terms of signage she’s ahead of the pack. On a quick drive to the super market I noticed at lot...