VOICED : Thai PM calls elections as

VOICED : Thai PM calls elections as

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The transcript discusses the political unrest in Thailand, where 140,000 protesters gathered against the government led by Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Despite her call for an election, protesters demand an unelected People's Council, opposing the influence of Yingluck's brother, Taksin, a former Prime Minister. The unrest is fueled by a divide between Bangkok's middle class and rural voters loyal to Taksin. The protests, led by Suthep Thaugsuban, have persisted for over a month, with no resolution in sight, raising concerns of further violence.

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Describe the demographic divide in the conflict mentioned in the text.

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What are the protesters demanding and what is their stance on the upcoming election?

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