Thousands Rally Against Prime Minister
From Times Wire Reports
Tens of thousands of protesters cheered as a leading critic of Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra called for him to step down for what he said was treasonous and corrupt behavior.
Police said about 60,000 people took part in the rally, led by publisher Sondhi Limthongkul. Some media put the number at 100,000. It appeared to be Thailand’s largest political protest since 1992, when demonstrations toppled a military-backed government.
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