Peaceful end to protest a win in itselfA large crowd braves the rain to join the anti-dictatorship rally at Sanam Luang on Saturday. Apichit JinakulMuch to the relief of many, the anti-dictatorship protest at Sanam Luang yesterday ended peacefully and quickly. This should serve as a lesson for future protests, as it shows that violence can be avoided if both the protest leaders and police exercise restraint and are determined to avoid a clash. The peaceful end to the protest can be viewed as a win-win situation for both the protesters and the government, although it may seem the protesters failed to achieve anything solid or win any concessions from the government. Several protest leaders are at risk of facing a backlash after this week's protests, but it seems as if they are ready to face the consequences.

Source: Bangkok Post September 21, 2020 00:11 UTC