Can't leave well enough alone. Gotta screw up what they've already approved. Got it right the first time, now it's time to pull the classic Thai ploy of destroying progress. It's been the Thai way down through history "ready, fire, aim".
When you are totally immune from criticism because of defamation laws, it makes sense to do as little as possible. No repercussions and no accountability.
It's called being OUTVOTED. When the rest of the world rejects your stance on Lese Majeste, a government can be said to have taken "cultural sensitivity" a bit too far. The world does not need another North Koria or Saudi Arabia.
Translation: American farang gets tired of abuse from family and government sources and retaliates. Now he faces ten times the punishment he would receive in civilized countries and the family will get NOTHING after the police get through draining his bank account. Thai justice is done.
If I am using an American debit card at a Thai ATM, is there any way to use the cardless feature? I have had a big problem in the past with ATM machines grabbing my debit card. It takes at least a month to get a replacement from my credit union, so this causes an emergency situation.
Since Pattaya seems to be inhabited by a huge contingent of retired Republicans and other so-called "Conservatives", I'm surprised that anyone would bat an eye. That said, Trump is a criminal and an imbecile. Lots of those in Pattaya, as well.