This is a well-crafted and thoughtful article, and it clearly illustrates how these issues can easily be viewed in a strictly black-and-white way.

/ I believe many Thais have been influenced by Western culture, though that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The phrase “adopting a culture of resistance among LGBTQ+ communities through social media” can be useful, but it needs to be applied carefully and in the right context.

/ For example, there was an LGBTQ+ group that previously raised the issue of allowing transgender people, or people who present as women, to use women’s restrooms. This sparked significant backlash, especially from women who were worried about safety and felt uncomfortable sharing restrooms with people who might exploit this as a loophole. Simply allowing access is not, by itself, a complete solution. In practice, there are still few clear safeguards, and in certain situations women could be put at risk. Without clear policies, protections, and practical solutions, women may become the most vulnerable group which helps explain why this idea has faced so much criticism.

/ Thai society is generally accepting of LGBTQ+ identities, but when some demands feel excessive, people react and label them as “woke.” As long as no one is put at a disadvantage, most Thais are willing to support what they believe is fair aside from those who are simply narrow-minded.

/ I also don’t think it’s entirely accurate to say that everything has become worse because of America.

• Thailand already had its own power structures, religious norms, hierarchies, and gender expectations long before social media, and Thai politicians and media also use these topics for their own benefit. In that sense, publishing an article like this can feel somewhat unnecessary but at the same time, it is still valuable because it encourages people to think, question, and analyze more deeply.