Thai coup leader disbands Senate, assumes law-making power

[hugocnx]

Wow, the guy is really showing his colors, ain't he? A dictator of his ilk won't stand much longer for a free flow of information and public expression of opinion on the internet. But I guess that would come after the shuttering of the judicial branch of gov't.? I'm afraid our days are numbered.

Y're dumb

[Otis]

starting to get interesting trying to work out what exactly the general is up to. I was quite happy with what he was doing till this, have to admit I am baffled by this move though but I hope he does have a good reason for it. We can only hope that he is being very even handed and going to try to get a neutral group in control, he has virtually warned the police etc that he will not take any sh*t from them and to do their jobs properly without any thaksin/ptp/red interference. I think tarit may well and truly be on the outer and should be sh*tting his pants as should the beloved ex police boss, both will hate their sucking up to thaksin I think in the near future. Just hope he continues to do what the country needs, lets wait and see.

It seems, he is cutting off the head of the chicken and letting the monkeys watch. oc

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Wow, the guy is really showing his colors, ain't he? A dictator of his ilk won't stand much longer for a free flow of information and public expression of opinion on the internet. But I guess that would come after the shuttering of the judicial branch of gov't.? I'm afraid our days are numbered.

You're flattering yourself. He doesn't give a crap about the ramblings of a bunch of farang on an expat forum

[chilizzz]

Civil war is coming to Thailand ...get ready for it and pack your bags. I know I am.

[hugocnx]

This one caught me by surprise -- it looked as though he was going to let it stand since a large number of them were appointed by the right people. I guess he wants people that do exactly what he says. Lets see if he has them report and locks the senators up. Don't like coups at all - but if he actually cracks down on all corruption equally I would change my mind.

Cracking down on all corruption?

How does one become a general in Thailand?

Any proof?

[phil2]

So anyone?

was Suthep arrested?

You should read yesterday's BKK Post for the answer.

[ericsommer]

Where are all the middle class expats who have endlessly smeared the government elected by Thai workers and farmers and who have prayed for a demonstration, or the courts, or a coup to end the government. Where are you now that your wish has come true.l

[wilcopops]

Wow. A real coup.

The penny drops?

[rtrivedi1]

Yet, under the Shins, corruption has soared to unprecidented heights.

Only seems that way because he published the price list....... The elites prefer an MSRP without a published price list

I don't like corruption but the Shins did take it to far even for the Thai people. Some Thais even telling me that corruption is a part of "Thai culture"!

As some of my closest Thai friends said when YL was removed as PM:

Before the Shins a normal kick-back was 10-20% and under the Shins it has gone to 50% or MORE!

I know the guy is late 80's but would love to see Thanin Kraivichien back as PM. The last honest politician of Thailand.

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[dukebowling]

Gen P. Is going to pass new laws to get rid of this red shirt scum once and for all. Celebrate!

Yes, let's also get rid of the dark skinned people, and the disabled, and the dwarfs, and the muslims, and the farangs, Anyone who does not agree with us, look like us, think like us...lets kick them out…!

If any of the above are Reds. YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow, took the bait, hook, line and sinker…didn't know dictator support was so prevalent with some. War is the only outcome with those that will not compromise. The interesting thing is that the ones with these antiquated views fall in battle and the compromisers remain standing, so it will eventually take care of itself.

[Artisi]

Yet, under the Shins, corruption has soared to unprecidented heights.

Only seems that way because he published the price list....... The elites prefer an MSRP without a published price list

I don't like corruption but the Shins did take it to far even for the Thai people. Some Thais even telling me that corruption is a part of "Thai culture"!

As some of my closest Thai friends said when YL was removed as PM:

Before the Shins a normal kick-back was 10-20% and under the Shins it has gone to 50% or MORE!

Of course they upped the kick-back rate, why - because they considered it rightfully theirs - you know the old saying, " What’s yours is mine and what’s mine is my own."

[hugocnx]

Wow, the guy is really showing his colors, ain't he? A dictator of his ilk won't stand much longer for a free flow of information on the internet. I'm afraid our days are numbered.

They didn't cut it last time. Too much stuff depends on it these days, I suppose.

This coup has few similarities to "last time."

People, good or bas, operate by a certain pattern, modus operandi.

Look at what the illuminati killers do all the time. Same pattern.

[wilcopops]

So anyone?

was Suthep arrested?

You should read yesterday's BKK Post for the answer.

S straight answer would be quicker.... Or don't you know?

[Piichai]

RedThroughoutTheLand ‏@UDD_English 1m

Thaksin's son detained by Junta at Don Muang airport today

The General means business. Thaksin's son was involved in criminal activity when he was born into the Shin family dynasty dictatorship.

The news gets better and better.

Could Potjaman be far behind?

[Piichai]

So anyone?

was Suthep arrested?

You should read yesterday's BKK Post for the answer.

S straight answer would be quicker.... Or don't you know?

Most people know but they're tired of answering the question.

[hugocnx]

Hmmm. Not many on here defending the coup now are there?

If the army is a so called dictator, I'd rather have this soft dictator instead of the stealing mob that was called government.

[wilcopops]

Wow, the guy is really showing his colors, ain't he? A dictator of his ilk won't stand much longer for a free flow of information on the internet. I'm afraid our days are numbered.

They didn't cut it last time. Too much stuff depends on it these days, I suppose.

This coup has few similarities to "last time."

People, good or bas, operate by a certain pattern, modus operandi.

Look at what the illuminati killers do all the time. Same pattern.

Comparing the coup now with the one in 2006 is just not on....this is a dramatically different affair..... And that's just in the first few days.

[thailiketoo]

555555 He's not closing the legislature, you wish! He's going to pass new draconian laws to tackle political corruption. Hopefully Capital Laws. Execution by Fire Ants would be a good one Native American style. 5555555 Shins you're F$%#*^!

America didn't have fire ants till 1929.

Just book your ticket buddy. Negotiations are over!

One, the legislature is disbanded and it's power given to the military. Two Native Indians never executed anyone by fire ants because they were imported into America in the 1920's well after the Indians executed anyone. Three, I'm not your buddy. Four, the real negotiations are just beginning.

Edited May 24, 2014 by thailiketoo

[chickenslegs]

Does anyone know who was named the new police chief?

Gen. Prayuth ?

[oztaurus]

Thailand actually now has a wonderful opportunity to design a political system from scratch. The style and form of "democracy" which countries like the US, UK etc are peddling to the rest of the world was created in a time when the vast majority of the population had no interest or ability to influence the policies of the country the lived in. In fact, up until early last century, if the president of America, the Prime Minister of England or the ruler of any country had walked up and knocked on your door, most people would not have even known them and some may have even shot them as trespassers. Actually the current King of Thailand was one of the first rulers to have extensive personal contact with great numbers of his subjects. Now we have technology which allows us to instantly comment on and criticise our leaders for their actions, their words and even their choice of clothes, we hear their speeches in real time and have more leisure time to form our own opinions, yet very little opportunity to have thos opinions heard between elections.

We have the technology (but not the willingness) to inform the citizenry of the actions which the government is proposing, and to allow the citizens to voice opinions and preferences quickly and anonymously (Even Estonia can vote on certain issues by SMS)- avoiding the problem of politicians who campaign on a limited range of issues, are elected, then see that as a mandate to push their own agendas on everything else (yes Tony Abbott of Australia - I am also talking to you!)

There is also the possibility of examining the true purpose of government - what should best be handled at a national level, what should be handled at a state or province level and what is best addressed locally, with clear delineation of rights and responsibilities. I have even seen proposals that different political parties may have the best expertise in particular portfolios, perhaps a meritocracy would be a workable possibility.

Perhaps democracy truly is the worst form of government - except for all the others that have been tried, but that doesn't mean that all possible forms of government have been tried yet.

Of course the General will not read this, and it will be buried in this rapidly moving thread, so most TV members won't even see it and it will lie gathering dust in cyberspace.

Meh!

[hugocnx]

There is real opposition on the streets, personally witnessed. Despite their armoured cars and tanks and guns, they may not be able to take away our sons this time. Could this be one coup too many. I pray for peace with justice.

Opposition by students as if they know what is best for the country. Make me smile.

[Bangel72]

I see this as a positive step even though a coup would not be my first choice, the senate was not seen as neutral which is part of their mandate and therefore it was flawed.

Some of the nominated courts are potentially next but similar to my earlier comment even if every partisan voice is is asked to step away for five years to let the country breath, who is left to step in?

It might just be what the country needs, if you want to reboot the matrix delete the compromised and start fresh but are there any rational free voices left?

[rabas]

RedThroughoutTheLand ‏@UDD_English 1m

Thaksin's son detained by Junta at Don Muang airport today

The General means business. Thaksin's son was involved in criminal activity when he was born into the Shin family dynasty dictatorship.

The news gets better and better.

I have been hearing from Thai today that his son is behind, paying for, the anti-coup demonstrations today. The speculation included that his name was being banned from news sources. Now Prayut has disbanded the senate, possibly because Thaksin had paid some of them? I suppose it's possible we are watching Thaksin's last stand unfolding.

Edited May 24, 2014 by rabas

[davidstipek]

Wow, the guy is really showing his colors, ain't he? A dictator of his ilk won't stand much longer for a free flow of information on the internet. I'm afraid our days are numbered.

They didn't cut it last time. Too much stuff depends on it these days, I suppose.

Yes to much is resting on them this time. Under the previous government the rice farmers were going to have to wait for ever to get their money. Now they will have their money in 20days. The government was unable to get it for them. Also they showed no willingness to negotiate a settlement to the dispute that was showing the size of the rift in the population. The PTP had no idea of how many of the common workers were against their corruption and time wasting efforts to white wash one man living in self imposed exile in Dubai. They opened the gates for a kitty cat and got a whole pride of full grown lion's. Even then they were to stupid to see they had to do some thing.

There are things you can dither over for ever as they are not that important but this one was. The Government refused to do any thing about it saying it was illegal to borrow the money. Now it is not. With the power he has taken on you can bet any changes to the constitution will be for the benefit of Thailand not a Politician.

I personally don't care if it is not Democratic. It is for the good of Thailand and that is the most important thing a government of any kind can do.

Of course there are going to be protestors their source of free money just got shut down.

My full respect General Prayuth! Salute!!

We Americans also had One along the same Caliber During the Vietnam War... He wrote a Book "Say No to Retreat!" Nixon tried to have him Killed because he openned doors, that Our Government tried or would have preferred remained shut. He is a receipent of "The Medal Of Honor"

I can see your path... would concider to support if asked, I think many more here would do the same for you... To protect... "Our Families" Most of us know where "Our Jai" is tied.. and why!

I this runs its course and results are as planned... Thailand should also have a "Medal of Honor" and it should be awarded by the Highest Ranking Person in Thailand, We cannot mention his Name of affiliation.... But as an American I would Die to protect him and his Family...

God Speed... General Prayuth!

(Being a Democrat has nothing really to do with the color of your shirt! It stands for doing for the People, what is right,, From the Heart!! Regardless of the cost! Means once there is freedom for the people, Regardless of Political outcome it must be For the people/By the People...))

Edited May 24, 2014 by davidstipek

[tx22cb]

Suthep seems a bit odd from what I have seen on television....I am wondering what's going to happen to him in the future???

Suthep's task is done, he is past his Use By date, so can be discarded.

Even his "millions" of supporters have no further need for him now - he was never one of the Elites, never "one of us". He was just a stepping stone on the way to an evolving end-game.

And Suthep now realises this.

[garrya]

Hmmm. Not many on here defending the coup now are there?

If the army is a so called dictator, I'd rather have this soft dictator instead of the stealing mob that was called government.

This guy has been in power for 2 days. How do you know he is a 'soft' dictator and that he will not steal?

Are you a prophet?

[chilizzz]

Does anyone know who was named the new police chief?

Gen. Prayuth ?

Correct. He is now:

- PM

- Army Chief

- DSI Chief

- Police Chief

[dukebowling]

RedThroughoutTheLand ‏@UDD_English 1m

Thaksin's son detained by Junta at Don Muang airport today

The General means business. Thaksin's son was involved in criminal activity when he was born into the Shin family dynasty dictatorship.

The news gets better and better.

First, the General blatantly ignored royal instructions and now is kidnapping more innocent people. This guy won't last long. The international community will step in soon.

Edited May 24, 2014 by dukebowling

[brfsa2]

Some related news:

Beware of "Mystery Gunmen" (Tony Cartalucci - ATN)

http://altthainews.blogspot.com/2014/05/thailand-beware-of-mystery-gunmen.html

[gchurch259]

I did/do not understand the Appointment of Senators in a True Democracy. I believe he is infact cutting out the Cancer as deep as needed.

With the new Constitution I hope they do away with that concept. Also, no High Level Management of a company doing business with the Government should be a part of the Legislature/Senate.

Good time to set limits on terms as well, say two.

Hold the course General !!

Jerry