'We are all leaders today': Arrests don't stop Thai protests

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'They think arresting the leaders will stop us. It's no use. We are all leaders today,' 24-year-old Pla said as she addressed thousands of ...

Pro-democracy protesters attend an anti-government protest, in Bangkok, Thailand, on Oct 18, 2020. BANGKOK:"They think arresting the leaders will stop us. It's no use. We are all leaders today," 24-year-old Pla said as she addressed thousands of protesters at Bangkok's Victory Monument on Sunday .

Even the sites for protests have been decided through votes on social media groups. Multiple announcements of possible protest sites have left police guessing. By the time they show up, thousands of people have already massed. "Be kind to your fellows, have faith in collective wisdom, be fluid on strategies, be determined in actions," tweeted Hong Kong activist Nathan Law on Sunday in support of Thai protesters."Never lose hope, stay safe."

"I came today to help with the organization but when I arrived there was no natural leader yet so I just started speaking," said Omyim, who gave only her nickname. Activists taught each other hand signals:"Danger","Safe","Someone has been Arrested","Can't Hear","Need Water" and more.As word spread that police might approach the different demonstrations, human chains linked up to pass along protective gear such as helmets, goggles and umbrellas.

 

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