Thailand has many laws prohibiting activities that are openly done all over their country; they are, however, selectively enforced. Just like the Claude Rains character from "Casablanca" referenced in the topic's title, Thais will become "shocked, shocked" at infractions if it serves a purpose, usually to offset outside pressure or to rid themselves of undesireables. Enforcement is sometimes used to assist other nations in the pursuit of fugitives. The prevalence of the well-known questionable activities is a major tourism draw and it is not likely the Thais will broadly enforce the laws on the books. This case may be because the activity was a cultural event rather than a purely entertainment event. Imagine, say, a St. Patrick's Day parade where some riders on the floats were topless while down the street a "gentlemen's club" was open and doing business. The outcry would be loud against the float becuse of its context; the same people crying out might not see any harm in patronizing the "club".
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