'Pleum VRZO' Follows Former Pm Dad Into Politics, Democrat Party

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'Pleum VRZO' Follows Former Pm Dad Into Politics, Democrat Party

By Pravit Rojanaphruk, Senior Staff Writer

 

Photo: Matichon

 

BANGKOK — The scion of a former prime minister known for clean politics and frugal living has made the long-anticipated decision to follow in his footsteps by entering the political fray.

 

Surabot Leekpai, a well-known television host who grew up in the public eye as the son of former Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai, said he will join the Democrat Party his father once led with an aim to turn a new page in Thai politics.

 

Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/featured/2018/09/24/pleum-vrzo-follows-former-pm-dad-into-politics-democrat-party/

 

-- © Copyright Khaosod English 2018-09-25

[CelticBhoy]

Pleum VRZO - The Thai version of WILL.I.AM

Along with a face that you'd never tire slapping.

Hope he thinks a bit faster on his feet than his old man.

[Samui Bodoh]

I know nothing about the guy, but...

 

... he looks like an over-privileged, self-entitled anchor (spelling).

 

Yes, I know, don't judge a book by its cover, but...

 

"...It is said that Abraham Lincoln, when he was President of the U.S., was advised to include a certain man in his cabinet. When he refused he was asked why he would not accept him. "I don't like his face," the President replied. "But the poor man isn't responsible for his face," responded his advocate. "Every man over forty is responsible for his face" countered Lincoln..."