EDITORIAL PM's rural efforts attack democracy
Thaksin continues his campaign to manipulate the masses into handing him a victory in the next election
HARD TALK PM's 'pork-barrel politics' setting the stage for an ugly battle
So caretaker Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is back to doing what he believes he does best: endearing himself to the rural folks. He embarks on a three-day trip to the Northeast today with bags full of handouts and promises that will undoubtedly help ensure the loyalty of his supporters when they cast their votes in October - if the poll does actually take place.
