jjock Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Why make political statements in a country where a) you cannot vote, the locals might not like you getting involved, and c) it makes you look like a total ****? DITTO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loptr Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Why not arrest the vendor for selling the inflammatory t-shirt instead of a tourist looking for a souvenir? Thailand, proof that life can go on even in the absence of logic and common sense. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMSOBAD Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Makes me sick to watch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atyclb Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Why make political statements in a country where a) you cannot vote, the locals might not like you getting involved, and c) it makes you look like a total ****?the guy an idiot,none of his damn business and deserves to be immediately deportedSent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Therefore a Thai student, tourist, or any other nationality for that matter should be deported for buying a "give peace a chance john lenon shirt" at or near a UK political rally? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dap Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Why did he buy a wife beater? Sent from my iPad using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Always wondered, why is it called a "wife beater"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterb17 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 There is a weird thing I've noticed- at least it's weird for me- of people more or less saying that unless you're born in a country then you have zero rights so you should just shut up and be grateful. Doesn't matter if you work in that country, have family, pay taxes, whatever- no right at all. Yet it's only really with expats in Thai that I've come across this. You meet foreign bankers in New York, or students in London, or whatevers in wherever and they'd be utterly confused by the idea that because they've moved to a different country they have to surrender all rights- they'd see it as a fairly extreme political viewpoint. And to be honest if I was at a protest in the UK and there was a student from Russia next to me, I'd think he was legitimately concerned and involved in the protest as a resident of the country. I'm not saying if people don't want to get involved they should. Or even that it's advisable to get involved. It's the people saying that you shouldn't even have opinions or views on any political or social situation- that you surrender all rights the moment you leave your home country, no questions asked. And often the same people use this forum to mumble and complain about being treated like "second class citizens". A thoughtful post, you are correct. In London there have been many demonstrations- for example after the terrible rape case in India ,trying to free the aljazeera journalists etc. Many of the demos are to do with world wide human rights. Personally I feel it is all to do with education, a lack of feeling that Thailand is actually part of the world. I would certainly not expect kids here to know about dates of battles in the UK, but I would hope they would know about the holocaust for example- that is sadly lacking . I personally would never think I am a second class citizen, I live here because I actually like this country- for all its many faults - and never feel I should try and apply Western values. Things will change- but let the Thais sort out their own problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louse1953 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 So does this mean we can't buy that Nazi clothing either? Only if you are Thai. Or a Nazi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMSOBAD Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 This is a PR nightmare and has gone viral. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonesthebaker Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 should have minded his own business. looks like a liberal retard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikefromcanada100 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 So does this mean we can't buy that Nazi clothing either? Only if you are Thai. Or a Nazi. Ignorance. Thais do not even understand what a swastika is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikefromcanada100 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 (edited) So does this mean we can't buy that Nazi clothing either? Only if you are Thai. Or a Nazi. Edited May 30, 2014 by mikefromcanada100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suradit69 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 allegedly Anyone notice this in the headline? And these comments in the article? Or were "we" in such a hurry to make silly comments "we" couldn't be bothered getting a bit more information? He was taken away by soldiers along with the other two Thai women, who were holding placards with anti-coup messages. Earlier around 5.10 p.m. a large number of soldiers have seized control of the roads near Victory Monument, following the spreading of news about calls for anti-coup protests there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suradit69 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 So does this mean we can't buy that Nazi clothing either? Only if you are Thai. Or a Nazi. Ignorance. Thais do not even understand what a swastika is. but this guy does ... Amazing how often the Nazi issue is inserted by TV posters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikefromcanada100 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I understand the army for arresting the foreigner for buying the shirt as they do not want foreigners involved or taking part or even causing or being part of Thailand's political problems and instability. Furthermore I must applaud the Chief and commander of the Army. I think that the army is doing a wonderful job and I was very happy to see this for the peace of the country and to bring order to the country. I believe that how the Army and the chief in command is dealing with the situation is best. They have a very hard job and they have been working around the clock to protect the people of Thailand and their guests in their country. Please do not criticize the army the are trying their best. And dear readers please do not make any bad comments about the army or the Kingdom of Thailand. Remember that we are guests here and we should respect their wishes and respect their culture and traditions. Thailand is a beautiful place to visit and live, just remember to go on with your holidays and your business's and every day lives enjoy the beauty of the country and your stay here. Please be kind. If you do not have anything good to say then do not say anything at all. I know that there are people that are happy what has happened and there are people that are angry what has happened but remember something everything in Thailand will get better. Have faith and believe. I love Thailand. It is very rich in history and culture. Maybe you all need to take some time to see the beauty that Thailand has. Go see the Thai cultural shows such as Nong Nooch Gardens and the beauty of the waterfalls in Kow Yai. look at the greenery in Nakorn Ratchasima. Go to different provinces and see the many different sites. Do not just look at Bangkok and Pattaya and Phuket these are all tourist traps go and surround yourself with the real beauty in Thailand and see how much Thailand has to offer you. I highly recommend travelling through Thailand. Go to Museums find the galleries. there is much more to Thailand than just sun and sand and much more than the seedy nightlife. Go embrace Thailand. I think you will love what you find here. Good Luck , Happy Holidays and to the people that live here the locals and foreigners, live your life in peace. enjoy your lives and your families and try to have good times you do not need to think about all the things going on here about the political situation. Everything will be okay be happy go on with your lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toooa Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 What sound do pigeons make? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancub Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Thailand for Thais. Thais will sort their own problems out. Thailand needs neither support, nor recognition, nor advice from anywhere in the International community. So will Thailand and it's people please stop producing T-shirts, placards and any other possibly political incorrect material where the slogans are written in ENGLISH . I'm a foreigner and I want no part of your country's political shambles, so please stop trying to involve me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ableguy Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 He looks like a lilly livered geek anyway,reckon he should have been arrested for how he looks,before buying the shirt. Bit harsh old chap, is it the juice ???m 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeHere Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Bottom line... Here they try to keep the populous as stupid as possible by keeping them poor, uneducated, and fed propaganda and mobile phones to keep them occupied with shiny objects They don't want us (any foreigner, especially educated and independent) to be involved because possibly the 'smart' lemmings (and maybe even some not so smart lemmings) will catch on and rise up. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ableguy Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I understand the army for arresting the foreigner for buying the shirt as they do not want foreigners involved or taking part or even causing or being part of Thailand's political problems and instability. Furthermore I must applaud the Chief and commander of the Army. I think that the army is doing a wonderful job and I was very happy to see this for the peace of the country and to bring order to the country. I believe that how the Army and the chief in command is dealing with the situation is best. They have a very hard job and they have been working around the clock to protect the people of Thailand and their guests in their country. Please do not criticize the army the are trying their best. And dear readers please do not make any bad comments about the army or the Kingdom of Thailand. Remember that we are guests here and we should respect their wishes and respect their culture and traditions. Thailand is a beautiful place to visit and live, just remember to go on with your holidays and your business's and every day lives enjoy the beauty of the country and your stay here. Please be kind. If you do not have anything good to say then do not say anything at all. I know that there are people that are happy what has happened and there are people that are angry what has happened but remember something everything in Thailand will get better. Have faith and believe. I love Thailand. It is very rich in history and culture. Maybe you all need to take some time to see the beauty that Thailand has. Go see the Thai cultural shows such as Nong Nooch Gardens and the beauty of the waterfalls in Kow Yai. look at the greenery in Nakorn Ratchasima. Go to different provinces and see the many different sites. Do not just look at Bangkok and Pattaya and Phuket these are all tourist traps go and surround yourself with the real beauty in Thailand and see how much Thailand has to offer you. I highly recommend travelling through Thailand. Go to Museums find the galleries. there is much more to Thailand than just sun and sand and much more than the seedy nightlife. Go embrace Thailand. I think you will love what you find here. Good Luck , Happy Holidays and to the people that live here the locals and foreigners, live your life in peace. enjoy your lives and your families and try to have good times you do not need to think about all the things going on here about the political situation. Everything will be okay be happy go on with your lives. Can we embrace the girls too ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurkster Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I love Thai Visa, because the tongue in cheek humor is bar none.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurkster Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 someone is producing these T-shirts and they aint falang... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurkster Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> Bottom line... Here they try to keep the populous as stupid as possible by keeping them poor, uneducated, and fed propaganda and mobile phones to keep them occupied with shiny objects They don't want us (any foreigner, especially educated and independent) to be involved because possibly the 'smart' lemmings (and maybe even some not so smart lemmings) will catch on and rise up. yup... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Removed a troll post and the replies to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkan Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 typical americans always getting involved everywhere.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puyai Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 7 days max. No big deal. Sent from my Z130 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balo Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 By looks of him think he was trying to get laid. Well, then he succeeded, in a thai prison he should have no problems with that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 (edited) It all went sour after the chief army officer told the Belgium guy to peace off. Edited May 30, 2014 by Beetlejuice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdmayes Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 He was arrested for BUYING the shirt...not WEARING THE SHIRT. Now that is total BS... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgphuket Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Next time read before you post. It will save you from looking like an #$@ typical americans always getting involved everywhere.. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jip99 Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 He was arrested for BUYING the shirt...not WEARING THE SHIRT. Now that is total BS... He was arrested for 'protesting' by displaying the T shirt - it was not being worn. He was one of 3 people arrested for protesting - since released. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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