4 hours ago, webfact said:

Thai Prime Minister worries

But…but…Uncle General is in such a dilemma.

On the one hand he needs to report zero cases of Wuhan Flu to bolster his claim as savior of the nation.

But...on the other hand, he needs to generate enough fear and panic to justify new and improved means of control and repression....disguised as public health measures.

Such an unfortunate quandary….what’s a poor confused authoritarian to do?

16 hours ago, webfact said:

Khao San nightlife operators fear new rules will kill buzz

No challenge is too big for the cutting edge brilliance and collective genius of the CCSA.

One solution might be to quarantine all visitors in their 100% pathogen-free hotel rooms. Old recordings of the Khao San of yore could then be played on in-house CCTV. This way the modern day backpackers will be able to enjoy the original, groovy “buzz’ of Khao San without ever leaving their safe, hermetically sealed and well-guarded hotel.

“The New Normal Khao San…it’s sort of like being somewhere...but not really .”

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Many critics have said the Roosevelt statue symbolizes racial discrimination and colonial expansion.

The ‘perpetually outraged’ are maybe getting a little ahead of themselves.

Better to wait for the Ministry of Truth to rewrite all that incorrect history first.

Then we'll know exactly what books to burn, which statues to destroy, and who needs to be sent to reeducation camps.

….

This is going to be the “New Normal” Khao San Road.

No cheap beer, women of ill-repute, shoddy souvenirs or sleazy street food. The New Khao San Road will lure and entice only the most sophisticated and discriminating of ‘safe bubble’ backpackers.

TAT required guides, military-run dormitory guesthouses, delicious CP food, and an absolutely free CD of the PM's latest love songs will be included in the “Hip Thailand" package of only 40,000 Baht per day…(exclusive of 37% VAT, 30% foreigner tax, 25% gratuity, and 22.5% contribution to the general fund).

Armed police will patrol the area to non-stop insure visitor confidence, while tracking bracelets and a 9 pm to 6 AM curfew will further guarantee the 24/7 safety of all guests.

Throngs of wealthy visitors will surely flock to this latest jewel in the TAT crown.

Thai, of course. Uncle General has already predicted this...and he is never wrong.

From 2017...

After awarding trophies to youths at the Government House,  Prayuth gave an address encouraging children to embrace their language, which he assured could one day become the world’s common language.

“The most commonly used language today is of course English. If it was Thai, we’d be a great power already. Is there a chance? Yes. If you do what I say, one day Thai will be the world’s lingua franca,” Prayuth said.

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Prayut urges Thais to stay united, promises to give people a say in policy-making

All hail our one and only Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha …a perfect being…one without peer…who sees every aspect of the universe with celestial clarity and remains unblemished and unhindered by any human limitations.

At this transcendental moment in Thailand’s emergence as the pre-eminent and most trusted nation of the world, all the Thai people are filled to overflowing with unparalleled reverence and limitless love for the enlightened, pious, virtuous, and divine Supreme Leader.

The nation rallies around the Hero General as he unites the people into a powerful and unstoppable force building the only true paradise on earth. Under his wise and benevolent guidance every corner of the country rings with happiness as the people joyously worship him and march together to a future brighter than the light of a thousand suns.

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

efforts must still be made to prevent crime and curb the spread of the virus.

Okay....everyone knows that checkpoints are:

a) A visual 'in-your-face' reminder to keep the proles in fear and focused on who is in charge.

b) A good opportunity for the police to extort money from random and miscellaneous victims.

.....but how on earth does a gang of rogue police hassling people in the middle of the night benefit public health?

This circus of a government goes further down the rabbit hole every day.

2 hours ago, webfact said:

“Travel bubble” won't be discussed today: Minister Anutin

No time...he's working on a new list of dumb things to say.

7 hours ago, webfact said:

Daily News said that the authorities were trying to teach the Thais a new culture - and it was proving hard. 

So....the so-called 'authorities' are staunch and tireless advocates of proper sidewalks. But in spite of their determined efforts, they have been unable to enlighten the crude, ignorant common people who continue to resist the modern advantages of safe footpaths...

Really?

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand lifting ‘Emergency Decree’ by June still in talks

The question of lifting the emergency has been forwarded to Headquarters in Beijing. The CCSA is standing  by for further instructions.

Construction of the government’s next major shrine, planned to be in excess of 100 meters, will begin shortly…

7 hours ago, rooster59 said:

Government assures emergency will be lifted

As soon as the "Crisis Decree" is ready to be implemented.....

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Second wave of infections may not be so bad if everyone cooperates: expert

It's no secret why we're seeing 'expert' opinions on a daily basis. What it really means is..."See? the experts all agree....do as you're told and don't question the government's new 'emergency' powers. You're still in dire and imminent danger...and only the government can save you."

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand 'not free from pandemic threat yet'

This more than justifies a complete lockdown and a permanent state of emergency.

After all, no one can guarantee that the country will be completely safe a year from now…or five years from now…or even ten years from now. And diabolical new threats could appear from China evil farang countries without the slightest warning.

Only a strong and vigilant military government can ensure the people will enjoy a safe and prosperous future.

27 minutes ago, webfact said:

Casino busted: It was blatantly operating near major store

Gee…that's absolutely astonishing. How could a gambling operation of this scale possibly escape notice for so long by the professional, conscientious, reliable, trustworthy, hard-working, honorable and 100% honest police force?