Thai state of emergency ends

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Acting Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat says he recognizes that political tensions remain but sees no reason to continue the national state of emergency. It had been in force for 12 days after violent clashes between pro- and anti-government forces. The action appears to be having no effect on the crowds of demonstrators occupying the main government compound in the capital Bangkok. Susan Flory reports.

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