Pheu Thai 'in dilemma' over Thaksin's shadow: Chaturon

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Pheu Thai 'in dilemma' over Thaksin's shadow: Chaturon
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Education Minister Chaturon Chaisang has admitted that the ruling Pheu Thai party is facing a dilemma regarding to the shadow of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra over the government.

In his special interview with BBC, Chaturon said the Pheu Thai would have to find a way to balance Thaksin's influence over the Cabinet.

"The party will need to find some balance in this," Chaturon, who was acting leader of the Thai Rak Thai part when it was dissolved, told BBC.

"They will need to make it clear that whoever is going to be prime minister can show that they have independence and can make a decision on their own."

Critics and the anti-Thasksin side alleged that Prime Minister, Yingluck Shinawatra was only Thaksin's puppet.

But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother".

Chaturon said the on-going protests would not lead to a coup, but he qualified it by saying "in my experience a coup can take place any time".


-- The Nation 2013-11-28

[pedro01]

OK - so Chaturon admits Yingluck was lying in the no-confidence debate?

Amazing!

[jaidam]

Chaturon has forgotten what happens to tall daisies.

[h90]

the balance:

30% of the money for Thaksin

30 % for the PTP

40 % for the Thai people

[ramrod711]

In his special interview with BBC, Chaturon said the Pheu Thai would have to find a way to balance Thaksin's influence over the Cabinet.

Amazing, he still doesn't get it, convicted criminals, on the run from justice, should not have ANY influence over the Cabinet.

The education minister seems to have a learning disability.

[chainarong]

Thus so far the PTP have avoided the most obvious ,that would put out the flames that they have created, the return of Thaskin to face the original charges plus the absconding from Thailand on Bail , the continuance of the UN investigation into human rights abuse under Thaskin, the further investigations into corruption and fraud whilst Thaskin was Prime MInister , plus the supporters of both Democrats , PTP and minor parties, who face criminal charges to face the music, if you do the crime you do the time , end of story , no Amnesty.

[Brevity]

"But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother."

Of course she is independent from her brother. She shops in different stores for different things than he does. But I think the independence stops there.

[Theoutsider]

It doesn't help when you share the same name.

[Artisi]

And will his comments make any difference - simple answer - NO.

Edited November 28, 2013 by metisdead
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[rijb]

Thus so far the PTP have avoided the most obvious ,that would put out the flames that they have created, the return of Thaskin to face the original charges plus the absconding from Thailand on Bail , the continuance of the UN investigation into human rights abuse under Thaskin, the further investigations into corruption and fraud whilst Thaskin was Prime MInister , plus the supporters of both Democrats , PTP and minor parties, who face criminal charges to face the music, if you do the crime you do the time , end of story , no Amnesty. width=19 alt=bah.gif>

Great idea! He and Suthep could be cell mates. I wonder who would be get to be on top … (bunk)

[Nickymaster]

Yingluck's only purpose is to fool the people by creating smoke screens. The last 2 years have proven that her nr1 policy is facilitating her own family in order to steel money from the country, She is a lying disgrace. I hope karma will deal with this sneaky lady.

[Nickymaster]

But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother".

100% agree! It's just a show.

[Thait Spot]

That's probably the nearest thing to honesty I've seen from PTP

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[siampolee]

They, the members of the P.T.P. and their coalition partners all drank from the poisoned chalice that Thaksin offered them,

They drank deeply from the poisoned chalice either from the desire for ministerial positions or financial rewards, nothing more nothing less.

Now as the effects of that heady draugh they drank begin to take effect Chuturon among others is trying to create a cosmetic antidote to the contents of that chalice.

Now there is only one antidote, that is the exorcism politically of the wicked wizard who handed these fools the poisoned chalice from which they drank.

Perhaps slowly but surely cracks are starting to appear within the ranks as they come to see the true cost of their drinking habit and the accompanying resultant hangover to it as well..

Woe unto those who followeth strong political drink!!

Edited November 28, 2013 by siampolee

[JRSoul]

Just how do balance the 800lb gorilla on the other end of the see-saw?

[Thait Spot]

Just how do balance the 800lb gorilla on the other end of the see-saw?

Jatuporn

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[bigbamboo]

In his special interview with BBC, Chaturon said the Pheu Thai would have to find a way to balance Thaksin's influence over the Cabinet.

Amazing, he still doesn't get it, convicted criminals, on the run from justice, should not have ANY influence over the Cabinet.

The education minister seems to have a learning disability.

He seems to have hearing difficulties too.

Her Excellency the Prime Minister and the Defence Minister of Thailand has made it perfectly clear that she is in charge of her government and her brother has no influence whatsoever.

The Education Minister would be better employed using some of his teaching skills helping his boss sort out her rice scheme because the figures aren't quite adding up.

[scorecard]

But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother".

100% agree! It's just a show.

What chaturon is really saying is that need to find a better way to hide / cover up the man abroad.

[15Peter20]

They, the members of the P.T.P. and their coalition partners all drank from the poisoned chalice that Thaksin offered them,

They drank deeply from the poisoned chalice either from the desire for ministerial positions or financial rewards, nothing more nothing less.

Now as the effects of that heady draugh they drank begin to take effect Chuturon among others is trying to create a cosmetic antidote to the contents of that chalice.

Now there is only one antidote, that is the exorcism politically of the wicked wizard who handed these fools the poisoned chalice from which they drank.

Perhaps slowly but surely cracks are starting to appear within the ranks as they come to see the true cost of their drinking habit and the accompanying resultant hangover to it as well..

Woe unto those who followeth strong political drink!!

Err...so who's Gandalf?

[Thainy Tim]

How can you balance a Thaksin involvement that does not exist?

According to the PTP there is NO involvement by Thaksin.

[Crushdepth]

How can you balance a Thaksin involvement that does not exist?

According to the PTP there is NO involvement by Thaksin.

"Thaksin thinks, Pheua Thai acts".

[khunken]

Bravo Charuron - it's about time an insider spoke up about Thaksin. He is also right about YL trying very hard to show independence from her brother. Unfortunately she's failing miserably.

I fear that he will soon be out of the Education Ministry which would be a shame as he is not doing a bad job.

[tingtongteesood]

Thaksin knows if he comes back to face the music with no amnesty then his other cases will be tried and he may never see life outside of a jail cell again....

[ggold]

"But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother."

Of course she is independent from her brother. She shops in different stores for different things than he does. But I think the independence stops there.

She probably has more experience doing that, she has none in the way of politics and never did! Which when you need a puppet is ideal

[hansnl]

"But Chaturon said Yingluck "is trying to work very hard to show independence from her brother."

Of course she is independent from her brother. She shops in different stores for different things than he does. But I think the independence stops there.

Mind, she works hard TO SHOW independence from her brother.

SHOW!!!!!!

[Robby nz]

He is probably one that could be rehabilitated to make a good minister of education given the right administration to work under.

This announcement could be his first step in heading for a fire exit.

There are probably a couple of other cabinet ministers who could be useful to the country given the same circumstances.

[virtualtraveller]

This is guy is one of the more sensible Puea Thai heavy weights, pity he can't see how his party is nothing more than a personal family fiefdom. He should go off and form a new party, one that represents the people not a person. We need to move on from this old school strong-man politics model, it's unhealthy, just ask Yingluck. She's having to deal with the fallout. Peua Thaksin party needs to be totally dismantled.

[bander]

"Pheu Thai would have to find a way to balance Thaksin's influence over the Cabinet."

A fugitive convicted criminal have influence over the Cabinet, now that tell's me all about the cabinet. At least they finally admit it now

[Robby nz]

His position as cabinet minister will only be temporary anyway, was he not given the position in the last reshuffle?

Should PT survive there will in all probability be another reshuffle in a couple of months and someone else who is the 'best man for the job' will move in.

It was reported about a month back that Noppodan, Thaksins mouthpiece sat it was natural to have cabinet changes about every 6 months.

[smileydude]

The dilemma: Money, No Money.

Duh, I'm sure they're wracking their heads over this one.

This guys one of the smarter ones, positioning himself ever so slightly on the fence to minimize the damage to his rep if the ball were ever to fall on the other court.

Edited November 28, 2013 by smileydude