VOICED : Thai university massacre casts forty year shadow

The video discusses the tragic events of October 6, 1976, at Thammasat University in Bangkok, where a pro-democracy protest was violently suppressed by Thai security forces and right-wing mobs, resulting in numerous student deaths. Survivors share their harrowing experiences, highlighting the brutality of the crackdown. The aftermath saw the military seizing control, ending a brief period of democracy in Thailand. The video also touches on the current political climate, where students feel trapped in a cycle of coups and crackdowns, with limited freedom to express opinions on democracy. Despite its radical reputation, Thammasat University remains a symbol of the ongoing struggle for real democracy in Thailand.

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