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The House Always Wins: How the Establishment Finally Came Out on Top in Thailand

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By Helen Regan, CNN (CNN) — A billionaire former owner of English soccer giants Manchester City who dominated politics in his homeland now watches his dynasty fade from inside prison. Former policeman Thaksin Shinawatra reshaped Thailand’s politics. He served twice as the kingdom’s prime minister and commanded such a huge and loyal following that parties associated with him have won almost every election since 2001. Now, Thaksin is behind bars a…

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The house always wins, how the establishment finally came out on top in Thailand

A billionaire former owner of English soccer giants Manchester City who dominated politics in his homeland now watches his dynasty fade from inside prison.

10 days ago·Atlanta, United States

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