webfact Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Junta Threatens to Summon Critics of Charter DraftBy Teeranai CharuvastraStaff Reporterunta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha speaks at a Feb. 2 meeting at Government House in Bangkok.BANGKOK — Anyone who criticizes the new constitution drafted recently by a junta-appointed body risks being summoned for a “discussion” with the military junta, a spokesman warned yesterday.The warning Tuesday from junta spokesman Piyapong Klinpan came at the same time military forces are being dispatched to local communities across the country to tout the new charter draft, which will go to a vote in July.Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/detail.php?newsid=1455080816 -- Khaosod English 2016-02-10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrrizzla Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Like it, be happy OR ELSE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MZurf Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Spin this one junta supporters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveat Emptor Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Yet another glaring example of the word that cannot be used ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MZurf Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Yet another glaring example of the word that cannot be used ! Yes, unfortunately the "D word" is off limits when discussing the current regime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Bob Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Do they really think that these tactics are going to work. What you are doing are arresting anyone who given a negative few on the character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenp Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Like it, be happy OR ELSE! Cant see the problem as writing in the article. “We will invite them for discussions to create understanding, for the sake of a reconciliatory atmosphere,” Piyapong told reporters. “We will invite them for a talk on a personal basis. In the past, we have talked with many people, and they gave us good cooperation.” People just need a personal explanation, then the problem is solved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgesAbitbol Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waitforusalso Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Wow, this is looking like becoming an even bigger farce than the 2007 referendum, "It is now obvious that the military junta have no intention of conducting a clean and democratic referendum on their new constitution. While the government is shamelessly spending millions of the public's baht on propaganda urging the population to vote "yes" and accept the constitution, those who are opposed to it are prevented from campaigning properly by arrests, threats and a total lack of access in the media. The referendum cannot therefore be regarded as democratic, according to any international or Thai standards..." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2007_constitution_of_Thailand#Criticisms_of_the_referendum Sound familiar?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelomsak Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) The guy has to work hard to put things back in order. After those years when democracy was trying ti take over,and rule improperly. Not easy maintaining a military led government in these times. Why does the rest of the world not understand the rich and intelligent must rule the poor and stupid. Once everyone understands this, his mandate will be clearly obvious...And the whole world will love him and everyone will be happy. Ya right. Edited February 10, 2016 by lovelomsak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddavidovsky Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Neopatrimonialism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveat Emptor Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I think therefore I am. I don't think therefore I am exactly what the junta wants me to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrrizzla Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) Like it, be happy OR ELSE! Cant see the problem as writing in the article. “We will invite them for discussions to create understanding, for the sake of a reconciliatory atmosphere,” Piyapong told reporters. “We will invite them for a talk on a personal basis. In the past, we have talked with many people, and they gave us good cooperation.” People just need a personal explanation, then the problem is solved. Yep they are so nice and cooperative that some people that have dared to question certain aspects of it have been carted off for AA. And the same has been threatened here.... I am sure their interpretation of good cooperation is "they turned up, agreed with everything we said then shut up" Edited February 10, 2016 by mrrizzla Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melyn Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Has Thomas Hobson been reincarnated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harada Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Welcome to Chiland comrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceruhe Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Do they really think that these tactics are going to work. What you are doing are arresting anyone who given a negative few on the character. Not sure how you see it, but it current _is_ working haha Thing is, smart people and those in position of power (read those as 2 seperate entities, I'm not referring that people in power are by default smart...as these guys keep proving day after day) rely on the stupid folks to not realise that they have strengh in numbers. I mean to say, it doesn't help if there is a random group fighting against the big guys and being left on their own, too few, too powerless. However, if "everyone" stands up and starts marching, you then have the supreme power of the nation moving to make a change and there is no goverment that can stop that....besides mowing them down by the thousands which is likely to get worldwide attention and would be detrimental in whatever action they would take. Fear for their lives however is a big thing to people worldwide. Fortunately Thailand isn't able to play dangerous games like North Korea, so the hesitation of things escalating wouldn't be near as worrysome. Yes, unfortunately the "D word" is off limits when discussing the current regime. Yes, Democrazy is a bad word Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Will the outside world also be summoned? "Foreign diplomats queried the merits of the draft charter Tuesday, raising questions as to how the draft could prevent the country from plunging back into political conflict." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAG Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Do they really think that these tactics are going to work. What you are doing are arresting anyone who given a negative few on the character. Not sure how you see it, but it current _is_ working hahaThing is, smart people and those in position of power (read those as 2 seperate entities, I'm not referring that people in power are by default smart...as these guys keep proving day after day) rely on the stupid folks to not realise that they have strengh in numbers. I mean to say, it doesn't help if there is a random group fighting against the big guys and being left on their own, too few, too powerless. However, if "everyone" stands up and starts marching, you then have the supreme power of the nation moving to make a change and there is no goverment that can stop that....besides mowing them down by the thousands which is likely to get worldwide attention and would be detrimental in whatever action they would take. Fear for their lives however is a big thing to people worldwide. Fortunately Thailand isn't able to play dangerous games like North Korea, so the hesitation of things escalating wouldn't be near as worrysome. Yes, unfortunately the "D word" is off limits when discussing the current regime.Yes, Democrazy is a bad word "Fortunately Thailand isn't able to play dangerous games...." Sorry, but I think they will go to any lengths if they feel that their grip on power is threatened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjaak327 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Any doubts that the upcoming referendum is fair and democratic have been taken away. There is only the illusion of choice. People that are against this constitution are not allowed an audience, so the army's propaganda machine will march unhindered. I hope the opponents don't boycott this farce, but use it to vote no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakeopete Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 The question should be "Will they threaten to summon the critics of the threat to summon?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceruhe Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Sorry, but I think they will go to any lengths if they feel that their grip on power is threatened. I'm not stating that they wouldn't go full retard and shoot their own people, I was referring to them not having nukes to keep foreign powers from meddling with their business instead of pussyfooting around as it's being done with North Korea and that adult child in power over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Loh Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Doubt they will summon all critics. Ahbisit, members of '06 CDC, former NRC members etc etc??? Just those who they don't like and need to get rid. Nothing like an excuse to harass and intimidate their political enemies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bark Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Neopatrimonialism. Say What ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kkerry Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Hardly newsworthy as we all know 98.88% of voters are happy with the way things are going. The 1.12% that aren't? Call the ingrates in for a chat so they can learn to be more appreciative of the good work being done on their behalf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I'm speechless, but then again, so are the Thai people. Let us hope this action of fear speaks louder than the propaganda that will spew forth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benmart Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Yet another glaring example of the word that cannot be used ! The overseas press uses it often and without fear, much to the displeasure of some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Spin this one junta supporters!You will love this constitution or else. Democracy is starting early I see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) Will the outside world also be summoned? "Foreign diplomats queried the merits of the draft charter Tuesday, raising questions as to how the draft could prevent the country from plunging back into political conflict." Foreign diplomats queried what?? These Thanksgiving birds are not interested. They could NOT care a R'sA about the people here both local and expats. Embassies are rich plumbs for the faithful government grunts. I would like to see Michael Moore do an expose on them sometime. Edited February 10, 2016 by elgordo38 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Love me just a little, but love me for long time Hey ireason I give it 10 minutes till the mods pull it down and slap your face with a wet noodle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabothai Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Will the outside world also be summoned? "Foreign diplomats queried the merits of the draft charter Tuesday, raising questions as to how the draft could prevent the country from plunging back into political conflict." Foreign diplomats queried what?? These Thanksgiving birds are not interested. They could NOT care a R'sA about the people here both local and expats. Embassies are rich plumbs for the faithful government grunts. I would like to see Michael Moore do an expose on them sometime. For your info M. Moore is in the hospital fighting pneumonia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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