Choosing hope over fearfulness

The people’s choice: A file photo of Pita taking a selfie with fellow party members in Bangkok. Move Forward’s win in May’s election led to an earthquake in Thai politics, given its progressive platform openly defied the country’s royalist establishment. — AFP

EVEN with his Thai premiership bids thwarted and his party facing dissolution despite winning May’s election, Pita Limjaroenrat sees a political future for himself.

The 43-year-old has shaken off the disappointment and is busy preparing for the years – and challenges – ahead.