VOICED: Reds entrenched in a virtual state-within-a-state in Bangkok

The transcript describes the red shirt protest site in Bangkok, highlighting the community's efforts to support protesters with food and spiritual needs. It also covers the entrepreneurial activities selling merchandise to support the protest, the demand for protest-related accessories, and the tension surrounding a potential army crackdown.

What event is referenced that led to increased demand for protester accessories?

What is the general sentiment among the protesters regarding the potential army crackdown?