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‘Rubber duck revolution’ in Thailand gains momentum as protestors demand reforms

Thailand’s pro-democracy demonstrators took over Bangkok’s streets  to move further with their campaign that demands reforms. Yellow inflatable ducks have become the mascot of these protests after several demonstrators used them as shields to protect themselves from violent police actions on November 17. According to the reports, people had initially brought the inflatable ducks as a joke but after using them as shields against violent police actions, they hailed the water play material. 

Rubber duck revolution 

As per the reports by AP, 800 protesters marched to the Infantry Regiment. Soon, the number increased and grew to 1,000. Several demonstrators were seen carrying placards that read ‘Salute yellow ducks’. Activist Somyot Pruksakasemsuk, who has served 7 years in the prison said, “People should be able to criticize the king. People should be able to inspect…

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