If you want a good quick summary of how incestuous and ridiculous Thai politics is, enjoy the read below, great piece by K. Songkran

So let me sum this up correctly if I may. We’re being asked to support this great revolt against the Thaksinisation of Thailand by placing our faith in protest leaders who:

a) were responsible for mentoring and introducing Thaksin to Thai politics.

b) had an intimate business relationship with Thaksin, before turning into a serial side-switcher.

c) copied all of Thaksin’s political tactics and policies while they were last in government.

Source: Bangkok Post