There is in Thailand a vestige of an epoch that is fast losing its relevance. I speak of Thailand’s conservative establishment, an obdurate machine anchored in antiquated conceptions of power, inept at moving with the currents of democratic evolution, and balefully terrified of a new political dawn.

 

The Constitutional Court and the Electoral Commission form the steely backbone of this historic relic, more adept at conspiring in hushed tones than honoring the clarion call of the ballot box. Consider, if you will, the electoral triumph of the Move Forward Party in the recent polls. The populace spoke, the establishment quaked, and the results were — how shall I put it delicaciously — overlooked. Underneath the veneer of formality, these institutions’ penchant for autocracy unfolds with startling clarity.

 

Past alliances bring this into sharp relief. History, that merciless accountant, records numerous instances where these conservative establishments have clasped hands with dictators over democrats, casting aside the promise of egalitarianism in favor of a draconian status quo. This bitter marriage with authoritarianism is not only a betrayal of the Thai people but a shambolic performance of the democratic process.

 

by Arun Saronchai

 

Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/50176/the-old-orders-last-gasp/

 

-- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2023-07-13

 

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True democracy, democratic system that represents all isn’t achieved by wishing and hoping for the best. It’s won by tooth and nail. Though I hope for the best peacefully.

37 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand’s conservative establishment

Unfortunately, these dinosaurs are backed by the corrupt big businesses and the super rich elite who are terrified of any changes.

whats going on in this country right now is an absolute disgrace. 

 

the vote today is totally meaningless now. the voices of the public have been stolen once again by the dinosaurs. 

 

Thai people have every right to fight this to the bitter end.

39 minutes ago, webfact said:

obdurate machine anchored in antiquated conceptions of power

speaking of which i can't be the only one who sees the shape in the pic attached. something we are not allowed to talk about. 

 

 

Brave article there by  Arun Saroncha ....shortly to be summoned for "correctional training" or a beheading !

1 hour ago, webfact said:

I speak of Thailand’s conservative establishment, an obdurate machine anchored in antiquated conceptions of power, inept at moving with the currents of democratic evolution, and balefully terrified of a new political dawn.

Spot on! ????

I took issue with Arun's op-ed on MFP's "lack of maturity" last week.

 

 The last two pieces, this one and yesterday's on Prayut's exit and "Thai Puppet Masters", have been insightful.

The Old Order’s Last Gasp

.....and that's how long they will fight to control the swill, till the very last breathe!

I think this time the majority of Thai people will not put up with the fact that some unelected people have the power to suppress the will of the people just because they don't like the election result. These clumsy, shamefaced, anti-democratic ploys to discredit a prospective PM won't work. As an outside observer, you can see exactly who is wrong here. Sometimes you just have to stand up and fight for your rights.

3 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

Unfortunately, these dinosaurs are backed by the corrupt big businesses and the super rich elite who are terrified of any changes.

Time the Thai populous sat down and stopped working for a few days... 

watch the elite family businesses quake as profits drop, supplies go to waste and stocks are thrown out.

International businesses begin to wonder about investing in Thailand.

Put the fear of god up the dinosaurs.

People rule not the rigged system.

4 hours ago, webfact said:

by Arun Saronchai

Candidate for attitude readjustment after the next coup.

This whole thing will not end well. The old order have more physical and political power than the new order and the stench of Prayuth hangs heavily over the ludicrous processes of the election. If the Senate abstains from voting it has proved it's illegitimacy and should be disbanded instantly by whatever means necessary. There is no doubt that Pita will be found guilty by the partisan court and the MFP will be disbanded. Following this the "prostitutes" in Pheu Thai and other parties will form a coalition with Prawit as PM under the guise of national security. And Thailand will be left under old order control. Without doubt democracy will not be attained unless there is a political revolution but most Thai do not have the cojones to prevail.

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Consider, if you will

I am back in the Twilight Zone.

I would recommend that Thais do not have protests against the EC etc, but go on a National Strike.  Buses, Planes, Businesses, Trains, Post Office, Banks et al.  The strike should be for at least two weeks to have a major affect on the Hi-so's and their ill-gotten income.  If this us properly organised to get majority participation, there is nothing the military or police can do about it, but it would certainly have a huge adverse impact on those who are behind this diabolicl farce.  Poor, poor Thailand being manipulated by the very selfish few to the great detriment of the Nation.

Pretty sure the delay is due to 'fatty watchman' moving the chess pieces as he was promised he'd get a turn at PM. 

29 minutes ago, robertson468 said:

I would recommend that Thais do not have protests against the EC etc, but go on a National Strike.  Buses, Planes, Businesses, Trains, Post Office, Banks et al.  The strike should be for at least two weeks to have a major affect on the Hi-so's and their ill-gotten income.  If this us properly organised to get majority participation, there is nothing the military or police can do about it, but it would certainly have a huge adverse impact on those who are behind this diabolicl farce.  Poor, poor Thailand being manipulated by the very selfish few to the great detriment of the Nation.

People in debt up to their eyeballs. They can't go one or two days without work and a paycheck, much less two weeks.

6 hours ago, stoner said:

speaking of which i can't be the only one who sees the shape in the pic attached. something we are not allowed to talk about. 

 

 

Yep  

I see your points. 

6 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

Unfortunately, these dinosaurs are backed by the corrupt big businesses and the super rich elite who are terrified of any changes.

indeed. As it's always been.

I rather doubt very much that this might be the Old Guard's last gasp or any suggestions thereof. 

Just a momentary glitch or bump in the road. 

 

Any reasoned logic will surely expect them to regain their dominance, in one form or another, before too long. 

Tradition.......and as long as this embedded tradition is able to force it's will on society and the situations, it will always continue as it was. 

 

Most paradoxical is that these particular circles of promoting change and whatnot don't truly pursue any real actions or finite proposals to stem the ever present tide [sort to speak]. 

 

I'm finding this whole cycling and contradictory theatre for amusement sake. 

Articles and analyst such as the above are almost always way of the mark - in scope and reality. Almost innocent in it's very nature. 

 

Last gasp? 

I think not. 

6 hours ago, stoner said:

speaking of which i can't be the only one who sees the shape in the pic attached. something we are not allowed to talk about. 

 

 

I don't see it, although I do find people casting shadows at 180 degrees to each other illogical.

7 hours ago, webfact said:

There is in Thailand a vestige of an epoch that is fast losing its relevance. I speak of Thailand’s conservative establishment, an obdurate machine anchored in antiquated conceptions of power, inept at moving with the currents of democratic evolution, and balefully terrified of a new political dawn.

If they can maintain power, they can maintain power.  There is no "relevance" or "moving with the current" when it comes to the ruling elite.

 

Possible wishful thinking.

Edited July 13, 20232 yr by BangkokReady

1 hour ago, RichardColeman said:

Pretty sure the delay is due to 'fatty watchman' moving the chess pieces as he was promised he'd get a turn at PM. 

And his right hand man, Thammanat Prompao, convicted drug smuggler and purveyer of used medical gloves. 

6 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

backed by the corrupt big businesses and the super rich elite

Most of the Senators and MP's are those exact people. 

17 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

I don't see it

it's there. like the song on tv everyone is facing the same direction in the pic.

1 hour ago, stoner said:

it's there. like the song on tv everyone is facing the same direction in the pic.

Still don't get it, maybe my musical tastes are too classical.

8 hours ago, stoner said:

I can't be the only one who sees the shape in the pic attached

Indeed, the cat with three ears

Last gasps of a decrepit order.

Unleash the kids….., glory awaits.

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6 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Time the Thai populous sat down and stopped working for a few days... 

watch the elite family businesses quake as profits drop, supplies go to waste and stocks are thrown out.

International businesses begin to wonder about investing in Thailand.

Put the fear of god up the dinosaurs.

People rule not the rigged system.

Errrrrrmmmmmm, these businesses pay their wages. People don't rule anywhere, the establishment rules and the system is always rigged but not in your favour, you aren't in the club.

7 hours ago, soalbundy said:

Errrrrrmmmmmm, these businesses pay their wages. People don't rule anywhere, the establishment rules and the system is always rigged but not in your favour, you aren't in the club.

So wrong, that's why the indoctrination starts at school..

the establishment want you to think that.