Junta’s popularity at lowest level since 2014 coup: survey

By THE NATION

 

 

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THE JUNTA’S popularity rating has touched the lowest level since it came to power following a military coup in May 2014, hitting lows seen by the civilian government that it overthrew, according to the results of the latest survey by security agencies.

 

The good news for the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) was it enjoyed higher popularity in the Northeast where most supporters of the ousted Pheu Thai-led government live, the opinion poll found. In some northeastern provinces, such as Nakhon Phanom, the junta’s popularity has doubled. This could be due to the benefits reaped by residents under junta rule, including higher rice prices. However, in other provinces in the region, such as Roi Et and Kalasin, there were only small improvements.

 

The NCPO saw its popularity fall in the North and Central regions, and particularly in the South where much of its support came after it seized power. Support in the South has dwindled as the NCPO-led government failed to prop up falling rubber prices while getting tough with fishermen and power plant protesters.

 

Prayut during his recent field trips

 

In the latest survey conducted on residents in all 77 provinces after three years in power, the Prayut Chan-o-cha government got an average approval score of 5.73, out of 10. That compared with the 5.28 approval rating for the Yingluck Shinawatra government shortly before the coup of 2014.

 

After the first survey during the Yingluck administration, similar surveys were carried out six months, one year, two years and three years after the junta came to power. 

 

The junta saw its highest approval rating six months after the coup, with 7.02. The rating fell to 6.15 a year after the coup, recovered slightly to 6.48 the following year, and declined again to 5.73 in the latest survey three years after the power seizure.

 

The latest survey found that many respondents experienced economic insecurity. And they were still bogged down by problems related to well-being, safety and crime, as well as political conflicts. These factors were seen as the reasons why the junta’s ratings had fallen to its lowest level since it came to power.

 

Protestors assembled against construction of Thepa power plant during the mobile Cabinet to the South 

 

According to the survey, people want the government to focus on tackling problems related to well-being, as they felt there had been no improvements. The respondents pointed to the rise in unemployment, the falling agricultural prices, as well as the rising cost of living. Also, they wanted the government to take more care of the grassroots people who are the most vulnerable when facing those problems.

 

On social issues, respondents wanted the government to give priority to tackling problems related to drugs and vice, which they viewed as the root cause of all crimes. They believe tackling those problems would help boost people’s safety. The people surveyed also called for sufficient welfare for the elderly, the disabled, and the non-privileged. 

 

On political issues, the survey respondents asked the government to tackle corruption fairly, with no bias towards any groups of people. Also, those surveyed wanted the junta to tackle the problems of political provocation, hate speech and fake news that often led to social division and even violence.

 

The respondents also called for fair enforcement of the law and reform of the justice system, to ensure that all groups of people are treated equally. They also wanted the government to encourage more public participation in many areas possible, including the fight against corruption and the formulation of government policies.

 

The public opinions were gathered by relevant security agencies as part of the junta’s project to encourage reconciliation and unity following years of severe political conflicts.

 

 

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/politics/30335426

 

-- © Copyright The Nation 2018-01-05

Still much higher than the elected POTUS!

I guess one of the biggest articles today, is telling people with a common sense what they already knew. Great what´s next? Dogs eat bone?

1 hour ago, webfact said:

The respondents also called for fair enforcement of the law and reform of the justice system, to ensure that all groups of people are treated equally.

Everyone gets a Rolex? No questions asked.

Have the opinions changed or have the people become more honest and less afraid to express their real thoughts.

 

Perhaps it s all a misunderstanding spread by people and the media to cause confusion and the Junta of course has a 96.78% approval rating.

This is hardly surprising after recent events.

 

There is an informal rule in politics that you can get away with a great deal, but if you renege on something you pay a price.

 

The Junta delayed elections for a long time because of the (then) upcoming funeral and coronation, and I think people accepted that as a good enough reason. However, when that occurred and there was still screwing around with election timing, that became a real no-no.

 

The Junta has already begun the slide in popularity, and when the  slide begins, it requires a deft political hand to reverse it. And the Junta has not demonstrated deftness at all, more the opposite.

 

Their days are numbered, one way or another.

 

Edited January 5, 20188 yr by Samui Bodoh
Lack of coffee

I think the reason for this is that people believed Prayut was actually going to make a serious effort against corruption and put in place measures laws and stiff penalties going forward, unfortunately they have fallen well short of any expectations and Thailand is still going to have many thousands of state officials stealing from the Thai people going forward and while this continues everything here will be 2nd or 3rd world and development will continue to stagnate

 

Thailand the official HUB of corruption in SEA and just like road safety is unwilling to do anything about it.

 

When a country is so corrupt there is ultimately only one way to deal with it when all else fails and that doesn't always work either, it depends on who gains the power and what their intentions are - not always good.

Were they ever "popular" in the first place?

wake y wake y Thailand you are almost at the world level of seeing the truth

Don't tell the boss,he will be very angry,and will do a 44,

so it becomes mandatory that everyone loves the government.

 

regards Worgeordie

2 hours ago, Chris Lawrence said:

Everyone gets a Rolex? No questions asked.

And a free whitened Penis of course !

Blatant lies. This is a vile and seditious product of those who would undermine progress and attack national security with treasonous slander.

 

The entire nation is, and always has been, solidly in step with Uncle, who has sacrificed personal comfort and spurned earthly riches in order to selflessly serve the people.

 

Let the enemies of righteousness burn in a sea of fire.

Looks like someone at THE NATION felt the itch to ruin Steven's weekend.

4 hours ago, webfact said:

the Prayut Chan-o-cha government got an average approval score of 5.73, out of 10. That compared with the 5.28 approval rating for the Yingluck Shinawatra government shortly before the coup of 2014.

Well he's doing better than the London-based shopper.

21 minutes ago, Lupatria said:

Looks like someone at THE NATION felt the itch to ruin Steven's weekend.

He's too busy polishing shiny black boots to notice.

Good thing they bought that submarine. THAT should improve every citizen's life.

Well now, do you think corruption in Thailand is bad? Ask peoplele from the Phillipines, Indonesia, Cambodia Burma, Malaysia about corruption n their own country......

That other South East Asian countries are as or more corrupt than Thailand is not the point. Corruption is endemic here, and it is doing serious damage to many aspects of society and the economy. The point is that this regime largely justified it's existence by claiming to be a reaction to a popular demand to fight corruption. It is becoming evident that they have in fact entrenched it.

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Blatant lies. This is a vile and seditious product of those who would undermine progress and attack national security with treasonous slander.

 
The entire nation is, and always has been, solidly in step with Uncle, who has sacrificed personal comfort and spurned earthly riches in order to selflessly serve the people.

 
Let the enemies of righteousness burn in a sea of fire.

Does your post count as a coup against another well known poster in support of the Prime Minister?

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Could have something to do with some of the ridiculous laws recently passed, like a few years for possessing an E-Cigarette or a year in jail for smoking on the beach, both totally over the top !

8 minutes ago, JAG said:

That other South East Asian countries are as or more corrupt than Thailand is not the point. Corruption is endemic here, and it is doing serious damage to many aspects of society and the economy. The point is that this regime largely justified it's existence by claiming to be a reaction to a popular demand to fight corruption. It is becoming evident that they have in fact entrenched it.

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Was it ever in doubt they would embrace the sins of the past? History repeats itself.

Off topic and troll posts against forum rules have been removed.

2 hours ago, hansnl said:

Well now, do you think corruption in Thailand is bad? Ask peoplele from the Phillipines, Indonesia, Cambodia Burma, Malaysia about corruption n their own country......

Yes. And while you are on ask people from Europe, (especially Scandinavia where most of us formed our opinions on the subject.

Corruption goes on everywhere, it has different names in different countries, gifts, sweetners, expenses. Its part of the culture in SE Asia and so long as everyone is getting a bit, the a bit is better than nothing, its difficult to give up when you get used to it.

Have you ever wondered why the military buys aircraft carriers with no aircraft, submarines etc is someone perhaps getting a cut of the order and then filtering it down? What shall we say 2-3%, if you cannot stop this sort of thing in the place where you are best placed to what chance in a place where its all new?

People who support military dictatorships really amaze me. I would like them to answer two questions.

1. What would be your position if the Thai military government exactly as it is was installed in your country? With your nationals of course.

2. More importantly. What would be the reaction of your country's population?

 

15 minutes ago, nong38 said:

Corruption goes on everywhere, it has different names in different countries, gifts, sweetners, expenses. Its part of the culture in SE Asia and so long as everyone is getting a bit, the a bit is better than nothing, its difficult to give up when you get used to it.

Have you ever wondered why the military buys aircraft carriers with no aircraft, submarines etc is someone perhaps getting a cut of the order and then filtering it down? What shall we say 2-3%, if you cannot stop this sort of thing in the place where you are best placed to what chance in a place where its all new?

I think you mistakenly put a dash in between the 2 and the 3.

The Junta have  deterred any potential invaders and the lottery is now only 80 bts! credit where credit is due. Not that would a ticket at those odds. Look at all the other great things they have done.

Promoted the no sale of alcohol on 23 days of the year, removed seating from the beaches on Wednesdays, banned smoking on some beaches, got rid of all the double decker buses within 6 weeks. stopped people riding in the back of pick up trucks, banned the use of bench seats in the pick up trucks, real progress I would say, makes life better for everyone not involved.

Putting a blind woman in prison for linking an article on fb does not really help. People are tired of being told what to think, what they can say and what they can do.

Edited January 5, 20188 yr by Orton Rd

2 hours ago, Lemonltr said:

People who support military dictatorships really amaze me. I would like them to answer two questions.

1. What would be your position if the Thai military government exactly as it is was installed in your country? With your nationals of course.

2. More importantly. What would be the reaction of your country's population?

 

I'm American.

1. Better than it is now!

2. Relief!  The HNIC would have  no intent of pushing his BIGGER nuclear launch button!

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Add Prawit's watches to the list, many Thais are not accepting the lame excuse given by the rotund one. Many people wonder why Prayuth didn't demand his resignation. When the citizens lose faith in leaders it isn't easily recovered.

4 hours ago, Lupatria said:

Looks like someone at THE NATION felt the itch to ruin Steven's weekend.

??? just wait.... a link proving these claims to be toadally fake will be provided