Deputy Education Minister Nattawut Puts Critics On Notice: Thailand

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Nattawut puts critics on notice

THE NATION

New Deputy Education Minister Nattawut Saikua, who is also a co-leader of the red-shirt movement, said he would let his performance provide the justification for his appointment, adding that most of the criticism that he is not qualified for the job had come from the opposition.

The charismatic red shirt said it was too early to say whether his presence in the new Cabinet would invite more criticism of the Yingluck Shinawatra government, adding that he did not intend to respond to any attacks at this stage.

Nattawut is one of two new Cabinet members opposed by the green political group led by former People's Alliance for Democracy spokesman Suriyasai Katasila. Suriyasai yesterday petitioned the parliamentary ombudsman claiming Nattawut is not qualified for the Cabinet post because as a red-shirt leader he fomented political unrest and may not be considered an ethical person.

Ombudsman Pravit Ratanapian said his office would take two months to consider the petition.

Nattawut said his relationship with the red-shirt movement was unchanged, and the ties among red shirts were above considerations of political positions because of what they fought for together. He said he would be very pleased if red-shirt co-leaders such as Jatuporn Promphan received Cabinet portfolios as well. Nattawut denied his appointment was the result of a discussion between him and any specific person.

Nattawut urged the public to give the committee set up to heal divisions stemming from the deadly protests of April-May 2010 time to do its work and not jump to any conclusions. The government's decision to compensate protesters who were injured and families of those killed can be criticised under a democracy, but all compensation should be geared towards national reconciliation, he said.

-- The Nation 2012-01-21

[pimay11]

Nattawut puts critics on notice

When I read this headline my first thought was that he has threatened to burn Bangkok again.

[whybother]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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[OzMick]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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He finished that yesterday, now he wants something harder. They think his experience with vegetables might come in handy.

[Chang_paarp]

Don't say anything nasty about me or I'll organise a protest in your face.

[Crushdepth]

Good luck Thailand :-)

[siampolee]

New Deputy Education Minister Nattawut Saikua, who is also a co-leader of the red-shirt movement, said he would let his performance provide the justification for his appointment, adding that most of the criticism that he is not qualified for the job had come from the opposition.

Below is the expected new publicity picture for the esteemed minister.

Edited January 21, 2012 by siampolee

[moe666]

Another new cabinet, you cannot judge until we have had a chance to prove ourselves. It seems like Thailand has revolving cabinet to keep everyone confused.

[Siripon]

He's the Deputy Minister for Agriculture not Education

[rfukata]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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He finished that yesterday, now he wants something harder. They think his experience with vegetables might come in handy.

yes, in the field of genetic modification?

[pimay11]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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He finished that yesterday, now he wants something harder. They think his experience with vegetables might come in handy.

yes, in the field of genetic modification?

Now now don't get personal. The boy just can't help it.

[birdpooguava]

"Suriyasai yesterday petitioned the parliamentary ombudsman claiming Nattawut is not qualified for the Cabinet post because as a red-shirt leader he fomented political unrest and may not be considered an ethical person."

But Kasit Piromya was just fine.lol

[ianf]

In prewar Italy Mussolini built a force of some 700,000 followers ...... then look what happened!

[renaissanc]

"Suriyasai yesterday petitioned the parliamentary ombudsman claiming Nattawut is not qualified for the Cabinet post because as a red-shirt leader he fomented political unrest and may not be considered an ethical person."

But Kasit Piromya was just fine.lol

I'd say that none of the politicians are ethical people. They're all corrupt, aren't they? Maybe there are some murderers amongst them even.

[exeter]

All the friends of the PM will get a chance to show what they can do in a cabinet position during the term of the Government, then it will be time for another election, The PM has sooooo many friends, one or two may even be up to the job, running Thailands is a real hoot!

[animatic]

Deputy Minister of Social Mutation.

[TackyToo]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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He finished that yesterday, now he wants something harder. They think his experience with vegetables might come in handy.

yes, in the field of genetic modification?

"Ombudsman Pravit Ratanapian said his office would take two months to consider the petition."

Genetic modification? Maybe it should be considered to make some people a little more effective in their job?

[VisasPlus]

"..............................................adding that most of the criticism that he is not qualified for the job had come from the opposition."

So where did the rest of the criticism come from ? Friends ? Colleagues ?

[phiphidon]

"Suriyasai yesterday petitioned the parliamentary ombudsman claiming Nattawut is not qualified for the Cabinet post because as a red-shirt leader he fomented political unrest and may not be considered an ethical person."

But Kasit Piromya was just fine.lol

And Suthep..............

[phiphidon]

New Deputy Education Minister Nattawut Saikua, who is also a co-leader of the red-shirt movement, said he would let his performance provide the justification for his appointment, adding that most of the criticism that he is not qualified for the job had come from the opposition.

Below is the expected new publicity picture for the esteemed minister.

In prewar Italy Mussolini built a force of some 700,000 followers ...... then look what happened!

Congratulations! You both tie for "The Most Irrelevant Post to a Thread" Prize. It'll be hard to beat, though no doubt some will try. In the meantime these posts are just

[siampolee]

The truth hurts you phiphidon ?

[tlansford]

The truth hurts you phiphidon ?

Perhaps "truth" is the wrong noun, maybe "hyperbole", or "irrelevance" would fit better.

[janverbeem]

Why everyone is so critical about his new position,I'm sure he is fully qualified as deputy agriculture minister as he understand everything in the jargon.

Spring to mind farming.............fertilizer.............bombs..........red shirts

[janverbeem]

New Deputy Education Minister Nattawut Saikua, who is also a co-leader of the red-shirt movement, said he would let his performance provide the justification for his appointment, adding that most of the criticism that he is not qualified for the job had come from the opposition.

Below is the expected new publicity picture for the esteemed minister.

In prewar Italy Mussolini built a force of some 700,000 followers ...... then look what happened!

Congratulations! You both tie for "The Most Irrelevant Post to a Thread" Prize. It'll be hard to beat, though no doubt some will try. In the meantime these posts are just

Congratulations with your 29 "likes" .

Were they all awarded by Translord?

[Siam Simon]

Why everyone is so critical about his new position,I'm sure he is fully qualified as deputy agriculture minister as he understand everything in the jargon.

Spring to mind farming.............fertilizer.............bombs..........red shirts

Imo, this guy's surpassed them, Don.

[Siam Simon]

Congratulations! You both tie for "The Most Irrelevant Post to a Thread" Prize. It'll be hard to beat, though no doubt some will try. In the meantime these posts are just

Congratulations with your 29 "likes" .

Were they all awarded by Translord?

Correction: He's surpassed himself .

[MAJIC]

"He said he would be very pleased if red-shirt co-leaders such as Jatuporn Promphan received Cabinet portfolios as well. Nattawut denied his appointment was the result of a discussion between him and any specific person" :

Of course not! who would ever have thought a thing like that?

So it looks like he knows something, and another Red Shirt will be joining the Cabinet soon,once the charges against him have been dropped.

[ralphlsasser]

All the friends of the PM will get a chance to show what they can do in a cabinet position during the term of the Government, then it will be time for another election, The PM has sooooo many friends, one or two may even be up to the job, running Thailands is a real hoot!

Hey. All the friends have to have a shot at the riches. You know; spread the wealth with other peoples money. THAT, is the Thai way.

[wintermute]

Is this the same crackpot that wanted to serve up safari steaks at the chiang mai zoo?

[thequietman]

I thought he was Deputy Agriculture minister.

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He finished that yesterday, now he wants something harder. They think his experience with vegetables might come in handy.