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	We still have a tug-of-war between the old guard who champion the army and the nouveau power-seekers who champion Thaksin.</div>
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	What is constantly overlooked (especially by Thaksin-haters), however, are the issues of the struggle for a better democracy, higher living standards and equality of rights.</div>
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	So who is really thinking of the Thai people?</div>
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	Jay Briel</div>
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	Bangkok</div>
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