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.

In what ways has the state been described as feudal?

What drastic changes are implied in the text?