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I did post yesterday in the provincial thread about the 14 YO... There has been a lull in the scary anti-cannabis "stories" (fan fiction?) lately. Interesting to see an increase now. They need a really big story to close the deal. There will be even more scarier stories in the coming weeks, all to pressure changes on Cannabis. The 36 YO clearly was on meth, as is much of the country. Waiting on the drug results on the 14 YO. Meth is a much, much larger problem, but the country runs on meth so what can you do? Methamphetamine is cheap now in 2 - 5 baht per tablet range. Reasonably potent cannabis is way outside the purchasing range of these folks. If they're smoking cannabis it's dirt weed, and probably not even psychoactive.

By far, the most shocking bit for me was everyone laughing about the sharing of classified information. What a bunch of idiots. That female staffer is horrible. Staffer: Yeah, {Laughter} Now we have a problem. Yep. 00:45 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inVJF0Dr8mo&t=64s Jack Smith has already deposed everyone, but trump, who was in that meeting. The meeting was ostensibly for the writer working on Mark Meadows bio, but of course trump had to make it about himself, and share classified documents he transported from Mar a Lago to Bedminster. Stupidest person ever.

Wiki, 2017 Constitution, prescient. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitution_of_Thailand#2017_constitution Some suspect that with the new constitution the military seeks to hobble political parties in order to create disposable coalition governments. The military would then remain the real power, whatever the outcome of the referendum and the election. "Disposable coalition governments". Ouch.

This doesn't seem like a big deal. More of an issue between the Magistrate Judge at arraignment, and Judge Cannon. I think the Magistrate Judge was worried about trump continuing a conspiracy with some of the witnesses, maybe to protect him? The government (Jack Smith et al) didn't ask for this.

I've been in theatres, mostly for packed blockbusters over the past few years, and not a single person stands. I'm surprised this has been allowed to happen.

From the article in this post... Pita noted that there is still a lot of misunderstanding about the party’s policy on the lèse majesté law, adding that a number of senators now understand the party’s position after having talked with them. He should probably start pitching his party's position to the public. I've heard/read some of what they are thinking, and it is not revolutionary, nor would it limit the powers of the Head of State and the Head of the Military. But then I'm not sure what is allowed to be discussed here. It should be noted that until fairly recently it was illegal to even discuss a specific 112 case, and it still may be.

Section 49 No person shall exercise the rights or liberties to overthrow the democratic regime of government with the King as Head of State. Any person who has knowledge of an act under paragraph one shall have the right to petition to the Attorney-General to request the Constitutional Court for ordering the cessation of such act. In the case where the Attorney-General orders a refusal to proceed as petitioned or fails to proceed within fifteen days as from the date of receiving the petition, the person making the petition may submit the petition directly to the Constitutional Court. The action under this section shall not prejudice the criminal prosecution against the person committing an act under paragraph one. The guy's not even PM and he's being accused overthrowing the government. That's got to be Defamation?

Yeah, that brown floater is not "the truth". And if it's floating isn't it already on the surface? So make them public. If not, why not? He's got more excuses than a 10 year old with no homework to turn in.

Saving for the Nicky Haley VP nod.

We're always advised to wait for the results of the investigation before jumping to conclusions. I'd like to see the results of the autopsy, especially cause of death and a drugs panel. Cannabis still isn't as inexpensive as methamphetamine. It is illegal to sell cannabis to someone under 20 YO. Arguments over money are probably 1A or 1B here as excuses for violent behavior, Love being the other. Given what I perceive to be the rural location, I'd submit that cannabis was always available; locally grown, low potency. I doubt this lad was venturing to the nearest dispensary. If forced to jump to a conclusion I would guess methamphetamine (use/abuse/withdrawal) is more likely as the drug causing this sort of violent behavior. from the linked article... The police searched the boy’s room and found equipment used to smoke cannabis. So he had what, a lighter, rolling papers, a bamboo bong (which can be used to smoke other things). Note that there is no mention of actual cannabis, which I guess makes sense if he didn't have any money to buy some. I'm certain the authorities will track down the source of the cannabis and prosecute the seller for illegally selling to someone under 20 YO. There has been a lull in the scary anti-cannabis "stories" (fan fiction?) lately. Interesting to see an increase now. They need a really big story to close the deal.

Ruangkrai Leekitwattana, as previously reported, is pressing the EC to investigate some discrepancies in Pita's various filings re: some land sale(s). https://www.nationthailand.com/thailand/politics/40028623 I'm sure Ruangkrai will be along shortly demanding a Proctologist's examination and report. I hate to stoop so low but wouldn't mind someone closely examining Ruangkrai's personal filings over the past 20 years. I find this ability for anyone to file a grievance directly with (one of) the enforcing authorities vexing. There is no filter. But I get that it is a remnant of the Thai "legal" system ca. 1805 (Law of the Three Seals), although the provisions to make a charge based on status dates from much earlier times.

Fine. What constitutes "half of an allegation"? So what does Turley propose? A Special Counsel to investigate? What? Just the IRS case? Or Hunter Biden's entire life? To what end? Hunter Biden should pay more in taxes and penalties? Less? No one goes to prison to misdemeanor tax offenses.

How could the Biden Administration, aka The Government, facilitate censorship, or suppress free speech, ahead of the 2020 election? This is a big allegation to make. I assume he's bringing receipts. and not just flapping his gums.

I have to admit that very generally speaking we are collectively excellent at telling people what we don't like or want. And with an election 16 months out it is easier to be picky. Chief Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes retired at 90. Senator Strom Thurmond served until age 100. Current Senator Chuck Grassley is 89, Sen. Feinstein 90 (maybe not the ideal example?) and Mitch McConnell is 81. Age shouldn't be an issue.

Twenty years and counting for me. No issues at all. I've changed my mailing address at least four times in those years, all done online, and while I do have a current DL which matches, I have never ever been asked for it. Access/registration for some services may require things like matching address on a credit report or a current utility bill. Maybe register for mySSA now, even though you are not receiving disbursements. It is possible to register and access mySSA via ID dot me. Maybe look into a mail forwarding service in NV? If you have a Thai bank account already consider setting up a standing wire transfer order with Fidelity, these require a Medallion guarantee best done in person at a Fidelity branch.

When they start using these anthropomorphic parables you know they want to give you quick look behind the curtain. In this case, Anutin is the Clever Monkey, just trying to get across the river.

FWIW, a "present" vote is not a vote for or against a candidate. It merely indicates that the legislator was present. An abstention is also not a vote for or against a candidate. My point was that honest, sincere, noble Senators would recognize that they really shouldn't take the power of the people away from them. It's no better than a coup as both can be labelled as "legal". Interesting point. I was under the impression that a vote required a majority of the National Legislative Assembly, which is made up of the House of Representatives (500 MPs) and the Senate (250 Senators). Section 79 The National Assembly consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. But you are correct, only the House of Representatives is mentioned. It's not mentioned under Joint Sittings (Sec. 156) In 2019 Senators had a vote, they voted unanimously for General Prayuth. I can only think this is an issue with the translations? Or the versions used for the translations? For example all the versions I see mention the 350/150 split rather than the 400/100 split now used. Or that we're missing something.

IMO senators should vote present or abstain in upcoming votes for Speaker and PM. To ignore or go against the will of the people will have grave consequences, both in the short-term and in the long-term. How can senators stand in front of the public and claim they know what's best for the country, and voters do not. And that voters wasted their vote for nothing.

Back when he was with PTP (2017) he filed a petition with the Revenue Department implicating Prawit in some financial shenanigans. Pheu Thai party lawyer Ruangkrai Leekitwattana said on Sunday he would file a petition to the Revenue Department to look into its records to see whether tax was collected from Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan’s cheques. https://www.nationthailand.com/in-focus/30309579 Now he's Prawit's sock puppet.

Thanks for highlighting the lopsidedness of the election, and the resounding stomping of the legacy military parties (the Dems are toast) by MFP and PTP.

It is amazing that unelected Senators are interfering in the formation of a government, by publicly speaking about whatever happens to lurch into their brains. General Akanit Muansawad is close to sedition in his attempts to influence who gets nominated for PM. His job as an appointed Senator is to debate candidates IN SESSION, and vote.

Prayuth did not stand for election, hence he did not receive any votes. Palang Prahcarat won 116 seats Pheu Thai won 136 seats Yes PPP had 23.34 % of the votes, while PTP had 21.92% There are only two (2) directly elected offices in Thailand: Governor of Bangkok, and Governor of Pattaya. Thailand's military and police are always on stand-by for protests.

Someone should file a Defamation suit against this clown. Why does have any standing? Why are his complaints considered legitimate?

And who doesn't like empty shophouses.

Thanks. Do you feel like you need these to sleep occasionally - a couple of nights per week? Or do you see yourself using such a product every night? It would be good to get a report on how you are affected when you do not consume a gummy. Given that these are illegal here - no THC extracts - we'll have to rely on illegal imports. I can't see that changing anytime soon. If anything THC might become more tightly controlled. And I'm not sure if CBN (for the THC:CBN products) extraction is legal here. A lot of people are looking for sleep aids, preferably something safe and natural.