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    Default Re: A Possible Coup in Thailand

    Quote Originally Posted by Papewaio
    The courts decreed that the elections where unconsitutional (may have something to do with alledged bribes of the electorial commission). So the military should step in and remove the current set of politicians until a consitutional election can be held as soon as possible. The King on the other hand should do everything possible to make it a peaceful and speedy transition to the next elected government.
    You're kidding, right?

    It is never acceptable for the military in a democratic country to overturn a government elected by the people. The last elections were certainly flawed (the opposition refused to turn up) but it is up to the judiciary and the constitutional guardian (in this case, the King, who certainly has the power available to him) or at the most extreme, the people to remove an unconstitutional government. Never, ever, ever the army.

    Remember Thaksin is actually quite popular in the countryside, if not amongst the chattering classes of Bangkok.

    I'm amazed that anyone can support a military coup, especially one in this part of the world and in a country where the military have always found it difficult to let go.
    Last edited by Banquo's Ghost; 09-20-2006 at 07:16.
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