The pendulum is swingingPolitics in the "Land of the Free" has entered a new era with the help of social platforms and internet ubiquity. Thaksin Shinawatra, ousted and self-exiled, is ancient history for many young people and his influence on politics is waning. There are many hues in the new political spectrum as we begin to experience a sociocultural shift. In the twilight zone of politics -- as in most domains of life -- few things are absolutely right or absolutely wrong. Last week, university students as well as some high-schoolers across Thailand stepped forward after the court-ordered dissolution of a major opposition party.

Source: Bangkok Post March 02, 2020 00:45 UTC