CLEAN: Two dead as protests rage in Thai capital

The transcript discusses the belief in democracy and its resilience against various institutional forces. It highlights the political dynamics involving the army, bureaucracy, and courts, which have influenced the rise of certain political parties. The text contrasts the economic modernity of a state with its social and political feudalism, indicating a need for drastic change. A brief mention of Google Chromecast is included.

What institutions are mentioned as challenging the rise of democracy?

• The media and educational institutions

• The army, bureaucracy, and courts

• The private sector and NGOs

• The international community and foreign governments

Why do people feel a sense of injustice according to the transcript?

• Because of economic inequality

• Due to environmental degradation

• Due to lack of access to education

• Because they feel robbed of their electoral choice

How is the state described economically?

• As a modern state

• As an underdeveloped state

• As a stagnant state

• As a developing state

What is the political and social nature of the state?

• Feudal

• Anarchist

• Democratic

• Socialist

What technological reference is made at the end of the transcript?

• Roku

• Google Chromecast

• Amazon Fire Stick

• Apple TV