PM says will stand by 6-4-6-4 formula to general elections

[rooster59]

PM says will stand by 6-4-6-4 formula to general elections

BANGKOK, 7 November 2015 (NNT) – Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha says he will stand by the 6-4-6-4 formula to general elections while calling on all voters to select good and ethical people to represent them.

In his weekly televised speech, Gen Prayut said he does not put too much attention on who wins or loses in the election, but what he really cares about is how voters can be sure that their representatives will uphold the nation and people’s interests and dignity when running the administration.

The prime minister also voiced his support to the 6-4-6-4 roadmap which gives the Constitution Drafting Commission (CDC) 6 months to work on a new charter draft and another 4 months to hold a public referendum. Afterwards, the national legislative body will spend 6 months writing and passing organic laws, also known as fundamental laws. And the rest 4 months will be for an election campaign.

In order for Thailand to become a full democratic country, he said people must first understand its concept and solutions to problems the country is facing at the moment while noting that active public participation in the reform effort is much needed if Thailand were to get through this difficult period.

-- NNT 2015-11-07

[edwinchester]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

[NongKhaiKid]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

Money paid out to win an election will be recouped MANY times over.

[worgeordie]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

Thats Thai style democracy,at its best,and you get who, you are paid for.

regards Worgeordie

[noosard]

Last election was fair here

Wife collected money off both candidates

[Snig27]

"Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha says he will stand by the 6-4-6-4 formula to general elections while calling on all voters to select good and ethical people to represent them."

Says the man with a very large amount of unexplained wealth in his bank account who is only "Prime Minister" because he took power from an elected government after going out of his way to ensure that they could not govern and promising over and over that he would not do so. I'm surprised he even knows what the word 'ethical' means.

[JoePai]

6-4-6-4

Is he playing tennis

[SABloke]

Sounds good to me...a clear path to elections. Now did anyone mention WHEN the first day of 6464 is?

[chainarong]

6/4 - 6/4 at first I thought the good caretaker Prime Minister was giving us a Quinella at Happy Valley, that 6/4 formula is as good as any , whatever the outcome, it is clear as mud, might be prudent to bring on the Elections instead of talking about it , ( Like the water crisis ) and let's see how much in bribes are paid out on election day , not forgetting intimidation , anyway you look at it, at 6/4 I am glad I am not voting...................

[Thailand]

"Does not care who wins or loses!"

Cough ---.

Edited November 7, 2015 by Thailand

[heybruce]

"he said people must first understand its concept and solutions to problems the country is facing..."

The number one problem this country is facing is that the military stages coups with impunity, and does so often enough to prevent democracy from ever taking root.

[oneday]

Just like a captain going down with his sinking ship. Brave man.

[SABloke]

"he said people must first understand its concept and solutions to problems the country is facing..."

The number one problem this country is facing is that the military stages coups with impunity, and does so often enough to prevent democracy from ever taking root.

I'd say archaic defamation laws and 112 are the main problems facing the country.

[Mudcrab]

Much prefer 69-69-69

[bluebluewater]

 

Sounds good to me...a clear path to elections. Now did anyone mention WHEN the first day of 6464 is?

 

"in the year 2525 - if man is still alive"

[Basil B]

6-4-6-4

Is he playing tennis

May be 20 a side football...

[Phuketboy]

Using the 6-4, 6-4 formula and the last 4 months being for the election campaign, means the actual elections won't take place for at least 20 months from the start date, which still needs to be announced. It could well be 2 more years before we see any change of government in Thailand.

[HerbalEd]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

What's even more sad is that this is legal.

[losgrad]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

Yes, small money... Unlike in my home country where those on entitlements look for who is going to increase the rental subsidies, food stamps and other free goodies; or those with high incomes looking at income tax reductions; or others looking for capital gains, corporate and estate tax advantages...

An electorate could balance personal and societal benefits. Maybe some do....

Edited November 7, 2015 by losgrad

[jesimps]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

I can understand people taking the money, I would too. But do you honestly think that because of that people won't still vote for the party which they think will do them the most good? Having the opposition's 200 baht in their pocket I'm sure will make them feel like they've done something for the cause.

[connda]

Next week in our village there is an election for the local mayor.

The only thing that most people seem to be considering is money. Money paid for their vote by one of the candidates. Only one is offering any money so seems to be guaranteed to win.

It is just incredibly sad that a significant proportion of the electorate are more concerned with getting 200bht than anything else.

The Golden Rule: "He who owns the gold, makes the rules.", and wins the elections to boot. Follow the money.

[connda]

Last election was fair here

Wife collected money off both candidates

My wife takes whatever money is being offered and then casts a blank ballot. And laughs. She understands the joke.

[connda]

6-4-6-4

Is he playing tennis

I first though it was fertilizer. Well, it just about is. I think they call it Pooey here.

[connda]

Using the 6-4, 6-4 formula and the last 4 months being for the election campaign, means the actual elections won't take place for at least 20 months from the start date, which still needs to be announced. It could well be 2 more years before we see any change of government in Thailand.

Good eye!

[Chicog]

6-4-6-4

Is he playing tennis

I think it's "Six votes for me.... Four for you.... Six for me.... Four for you...." etc.

[arrowsdawdle]

"Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha says he will stand by the 6-4-6-4 formula to general elections while calling on all voters to select good and ethical people to represent them."

Says the man with a very large amount of unexplained wealth in his bank account who is only "Prime Minister" because he took power from an elected government after going out of his way to ensure that they could not govern and promising over and over that he would not do so. I'm surprised he even knows what the word 'ethical' means.

It is unethical to hijack a government and demand to be called prime minister. He reduced Thailand to one country, one vote.

[Squeegee]

6- what?!

How about 3 fingers?

[Srikcir]

I prefer 4-3-2-1

[tbthailand]

"he said people must first understand its concept and solutions to problems the country is facing..."

The number one problem this country is facing is that the military stages coups with impunity, and does so often enough to prevent democracy from ever taking root.

I'd say archaic defamation laws and 112 are the main problems facing the country.

LM is a huge problem, yes.

Defamation laws should be civil and not criminal code.

Generals are still the biggest problem... IMO....

[Siammodels]

Kind Sir

As a well traveled and worldly man I can see your point... Of course you will stand by this system. It gives your more chance to squirm thru

Although as a onlooker from a far I think you have very very litle hope