But as an anti-Thaksin movement has gained momentum with almost daily street protests, journalists have begun to report the news as they see it - not as the premier wants it seen. And even state-owned outlets are offering more coverage of government opponents.

“When people rose to criticize Thaksin, the media - whether they worked for the state or not - could no longer close its eyes and ears and pretend not to see it and not report it,” said Pattara Khumphitak, president of the Thai Journalists Association and political editor of the Post Today.

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