Friday, March 31

Coup Blimey

It's probably not news elsewhere, but Thailand has got itself into a bit of a constitutional crisis. The prime minister's called a snap election for Sunday, but it's being boycotted by other parties. Massive demonstations, calling for his resignation, are growing on daily basis, but he's refusing to budge. And given the election is now a one-party race, it won't provide any answers. Many hope the King will step in, others are suggesting the military might take action. Having experienced 20 coups since the advent of democracy in 1932, it's difficult to predict what may happen...