Venom-Laden Words Of Pheu Thai MP Jatuporn

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In Case of Emergency, Revolt

The venom-laden words of Pheu Thai MP and key red shirt leader Jatuporn Phrompan have once again sought to plant the seed of uncertainty amongst the Thai public after he claimed that the armed forces are preparing another coup d'etat against the Abhisit administration.

Even though Jatuporn's credibility is in question, the public reaction to his claim speaks volumes about the practice of military revolution.

If the ouster of Thaksin Shinawatra's government by the army in 2003 could have somehow been confirmed as the last coup the Kingdom would ever see, it would still be seen by many as a low point for the armed forces.

The world and society today make for the effects of revolution to be widespread and quickly felt by the people, whether through economic impacts or in other ways. The profound repercussions of the most recent overthrow in Thailand have left a bad taste in the public's collective mouth and it seems a consensus at this point that another such event so close to the last could have no redeeming qualities.

There are nonetheless, those who continue to sing praises for the action of September 19, 2006. Considering the subject of the ousting and it is understandable why many would feel the army was justified in making such an extreme decision, as it did to rid the Kingdom of a wholly corrupt premier.

In Jatuporn's twisted logic then it would likely seem poetic justice that Abhisit's administration face the same fate as that of his cause's personal hero and he is likely reveling in a sick kind of glee in this latest bout of mischief. With the People's Alliance for Democracy in the streets and the military unsheathing its swords along the border, there is ample fodder for Jatuporn's claims. It is hoped however, that the more sober members of the nation see revolutions, or corrupt governments and weak ones alike, as what they truly are, a last resort self-destruct button that should only be pressed in the most dire of circumstances.

Thai Post, January 27 2011

Translated and Rewritten by Itiporn Lakarnchua

Please note that the views expressed in our "Analysis" segment are translated from local newspaper articles and do not reflect the views of the Thai-ASEAN News Network.

-- Tan Network 2011-01-28

[asiawatcher]

Jutaporn is just your lightweight loud mouth MP trying to stir up trouble - there is absolutely no reason whatsoever for the army to step in to this administration at all. The more he speaks the more he opens his mouth to change feet.

[whybother]

Even though Jatuporn's credibility is in question

It's not in question at all. He has no credibility.

[yoshiwara]

Jatuporn needs to up the ante in pushing the army coup story in order to create social instability. Now that the reds do not control the streets and people will have noted that the reds invincibility has been dented, the red attempt to seize the political impetus last year has been pushed back and they know that achieving power in the forthcoming election will likely fail under conditions of political normality. So let's try and crank it up. They tried in 2009 and they tried in 2010. Thaksin plays a well worn record.

[animatic]

Jutaporn is just your lightweight loud mouth MP trying to stir up trouble - there is absolutely no reason whatsoever for the army to step in to this administration at all. The more he speaks the more he opens his mouth to change feet.

At this point Jatuporn does naught more than bump around on his ass, since both feet are firmly planted right to the edge of his voicebox. Leaving just enough space to mix gas and venim and spit it out. Yet he can still cause worry, and does so, if he sees personal advantage to do so. Such pronouncements are one of the few things he has left he can publicly say, so he does. Credibility is not even on his radar screen, he has told so many porkies that any slightly nationally aware Thai would know he is just blathering. But he depends on others to then spin the message of fear he puts out. Namely the assorted media pundits looking for SOMETHING, to fill their news print and internet ethers with.

[Thailand]

He and Thaksin are the two main reasons that the PT Reds will not win the next election. Disassociate from them both and other dangerous elements and they will have more street cred.

At the moment Jataporn is one of the best assets the government has.

[Somtamnication]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003. Wonder what else is wrong in the article?

[whybother]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003. Wonder what else is wrong in the article?

Actually, it's not the Nation (and I don't mean Not-The-Nation). It is TAN Network.

But your comment still applies.

[Buchholz]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003. Wonder what else is wrong in the article?

Actually, it's not the Nation (and I don't mean Not-The-Nation). It is TAN Network.

But your comment still applies.

To add another actually... it's not The Nation nor the TAN Network. It's Thai Post, January 27 2011

But your comments still apply to all 3.

[isanbirder]

Jutaporn is just your lightweight loud mouth MP trying to stir up trouble - there is absolutely no reason whatsoever for the army to step in to this administration at all. The more he speaks the more he opens his mouth to change feet.

At this point Jatuporn does naught more than bump around on his ass, since both feet are firmly planted right to the edge of his voicebox. Leaving just enough space to mix gas and venim and spit it out. Yet he can still cause worry, and does so, if he sees personal advantage to do so. Such pronouncements are one of the few things he has left he can publicly say, so he does. Credibility is not even on his radar screen, he has told so many porkies that any slightly nationally aware Thai would know he is just blathering. But he depends on others to then spin the message of fear he puts out. Namely the assorted media pundits looking for SOMETHING, to fill their news print and internet ethers with.

It's easy enough for TV members to poke fun at Jatuporn... the trouble is, many Thai voters have no 'national awareness', and are taken in. Now, if the media collectively refused to print anything he says, he would fade out through lack of publicity. It's the media who make Jatuporn.

[slapout]

That is more than likely true for several present and past politicians. Without the media they would just fad away.

[GeorgeO]

What happened to the gagging order placed on this "politician" when he was released on bail.

He was directed not to make any public political statements otherwise he would have breached the terms of his bail and would be placed back where he belongs.

When is this going to happen?

[anon467367354]

Just wondering, is there a law against treason, or is part of the culture? Why is this guy not in jail?

[jdinasia]

To add another actually... it's not The Nation nor the TAN Network. It's Thai Post, January 27 2011

But your comments still apply to all 3.

Actually --------

Thai Post, January 27 2011Translated and Rewritten by Itiporn Lakarnchua

but all of the above is still true ....

[animatic]

Jutaporn is just your lightweight loud mouth MP trying to stir up trouble - there is absolutely no reason whatsoever for the army to step in to this administration at all. The more he speaks the more he opens his mouth to change feet.

At this point Jatuporn does naught more than bump around on his ass, since both feet are firmly planted right to the edge of his voicebox. Leaving just enough space to mix gas and venim and spit it out. Yet he can still cause worry, and does so, if he sees personal advantage to do so. Such pronouncements are one of the few things he has left he can publicly say, so he does. Credibility is not even on his radar screen, he has told so many porkies that any slightly nationally aware Thai would know he is just blathering. But he depends on others to then spin the message of fear he puts out. Namely the assorted media pundits looking for SOMETHING, to fill their news print and internet ethers with.

It's easy enough for TV members to poke fun at Jatuporn... the trouble is, many Thai voters have no 'national awareness', and are taken in. Now, if the media collectively refused to print anything he says, he would fade out through lack of publicity. It's the media who make Jatuporn.

Isn't that what I said?

[Farang0tang]

To add another actually... it's not The Nation nor the TAN Network. It's Thai Post, January 27 2011

But your comments still apply to all 3.

Actually --------

Thai Post, January 27 2011Translated and Rewritten by Itiporn Lakarnchua

but all of the above is still true ....

And......

"translated from local newspaper article"

(Or was it just some flyer stuck on a lamp post)

[SerpentSea]

To add another actually... it's not The Nation nor the TAN Network. It's Thai Post, January 27 2011

But your comments still apply to all 3.

Actually --------

Thai Post, January 27 2011Translated and Rewritten by Itiporn Lakarnchua

but all of the above is still true ....

A Thai newspaper would have dated the coup to year 2549. So the error probably comes with the translated and rewritten part.

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Democrat MP: Army should sue Jatuporn over coup rumor

BANGKOK, 29 January 2011 (NNT) – Democrat party-list MP Attaporn Ponlaboot has expressed his opinion that the Royal Thai Army should file a lawsuit against Pheu Thai MP Jatuporn Prompan for accusing it of planning a coup.

On 26 January, Mr Jatuporn made a remark that the military top brass had convened to discuss their conspiracy to orchestrate a coup d’état and that a 3,000 strong force had been prepared for the task. As a response, Mr Attaporn encouraged the Army to seek legal action against the Pheu Thai MP in order to put an end to his ongoing effort to incite confusion and division in the society.

The Democrat MP elaborated that such an accusation was a way to instill distrust between the government and the Army as well as among military officials themselves. If not dealt with, it could also become another blow to the political stability of the country and serve as a reinforcement for the anti-government group’s movements.

Mr Attaporn lastly mocked the opposition party by saying that up to 30-40 of its MPs would likely defect to other parties after the constitutional amendment bid passes the third reading of Parliament.

-- NNT 2011-01-29

[JohnAllan]

And no doubt Jatuporn will continue to spout his nonsense - just so long as he enjoys immunity in parliament.

And it might be my memory, but I believe Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003.

[scorecard]

Democrat MP: Army should sue Jatuporn over coup rumor

BANGKOK, 29 January 2011 (NNT) – Democrat party-list MP Attaporn Ponlaboot has expressed his opinion that the Royal Thai Army should file a lawsuit against Pheu Thai MP Jatuporn Prompan for accusing it of planning a coup.

On 26 January, Mr Jatuporn made a remark that the military top brass had convened to discuss their conspiracy to orchestrate a coup d’état and that a 3,000 strong force had been prepared for the task. As a response, Mr Attaporn encouraged the Army to seek legal action against the Pheu Thai MP in order to put an end to his ongoing effort to incite confusion and division in the society.

The Democrat MP elaborated that such an accusation was a way to instill distrust between the government and the Army as well as among military officials themselves. If not dealt with, it could also become another blow to the political stability of the country and serve as a reinforcement for the anti-government group’s movements.

Mr Attaporn lastly mocked the opposition party by saying that up to 30-40 of its MPs would likely defect to other parties after the constitutional amendment bid passes the third reading of Parliament.

-- NNT 2011-01-29

And therein lies and continues to be a major part of the problem, the fact that the leeches and thugs (politicians)can easily jump from party to party, and the current amendments don't look at any of this.

Seems to me that the constitution should dictate something like:

- All parties must have a stated fully detailed and specific manifesto, and it must be lodged when the party is registered, and in the run up to elections each party should be required, by electoral regulations, to participate in public debates, (organized by the electoral commision, not the parties themselves), and there should be a process whereby the public can call in, send e.mails etc., to lodge their questions, which must be answered by each party as they participate in the debates. Plus a panel of respected political commentators.

And further, there should be very detailed 'rules' which absolutely prevent one person from ever again gaining so much power and control.

And furhter, the punishment for sellers and buyers of votes should be increased substantially including scenarios whereby 'politicians and/or candidates' are banned forever from taking any part whatever in political activity, massive fines, and even jail time, plus scenarios whereby whole parties can be banned for 10 years.

Plus, there should be 'rules' which strongly prevent 'leaders' from getting close to agencies like: the election commission, the judiciary, and more.

Also a worry, how many of the current leeches will jump to either the Democtats or the major current coalition parties?

Edited January 29, 2011 by scorecard

[Buchholz]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003.

And it might be my memory, but I believe Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003.

The typo isn't in the year... it's in the word, ousted.

It should read he was outed in 2003....

when he was seen dancing during the late night shift at Carousel A-Go-Go on Walking Street.

[Lancelot]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003. Wonder what else is wrong in the article?

I caught that too. However, the article did later reference September 19, 2006 as the (implied) coup date.

Any way, they speak/write english different here

[jdinasia]

The credibility of the Nation is at stake as well. Thaksin was ousted in 2006, not 2003. Wonder what else is wrong in the article?

I caught that too. However, the article did later reference September 19, 2006 as the (implied) coup date.

Any way, they speak/write english different here

It wasn't The Nation ---- it was a translation from a Thai newspaper