Upcoming Election on 24 March

Post by **tamada** » February 9, 2019, 8:35 am

It only took a few hours but apparently His Majesty has already issued some sort of proclamation that says no, she can't do this. Even had a special, nationwide prime-time radio and television announcement last night to say as much.

Post by **glalt** » February 9, 2019, 9:04 am

As an ex-pat, I obviously have no input on who runs the Thai government and I don't care. What I see here upcountry in the boonies is that there are a lot of new vehicles on the road and there is new construction going up everywhere. Highways are being made into four lanes. I do blame the local politicians for the conditions of secondary roads that are full of potholes while all the money is being spent on main roads. I do appreciate that I pay no taxes on my condo and very little on my wife's farmland and home. There are no violent demonstrations and no highways being blocked by demonstrators. Life here in Thailand is good for me. I have to jump through some hoops to be able to stay but I feel these obstacles are a cheap price to pay for the benefits. I always have the option to go back to my home country or elsewhere. Nothing is forcing me to live in Thailand. I do see some expats who are basically trapped here because they have put all their eggs in one basket. That is the result of their own stupidity.

Post by **Udon Map** » February 9, 2019, 9:04 am

I remind everyone that we are guests in Thailand. Udon Map will respect the lèse majesté laws just as we respect all other laws here. I have already edited some posts and removed others. Any discussion about the Royal Family can only be in the most respectful terms.

Post by **Lone Star** » February 9, 2019, 9:11 am

Natas wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 8:53 pm

Lone Star wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 8:41 pm
I had heard some "see dang" ally rumors with the "family" from a very well-connected businessman in Phitsanulok a few years ago. He assured me it would hapoen, but said he couldn't go into detail.

Now I understand exactly what he was talking about.
I highly highly doubt anyone in Thailand could have predicted this news. Even more so some expat saying he heard anything years ago this was going to happen.
Do you believe your own bull? Like seriously.

Another one lacking reading comprehension.

Damn, man. No one said THIS event was predicted.

Post by **Lone Star** » February 9, 2019, 9:13 am

glalt wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 9:04 am
As an ex-pat, I obviously have no input on who runs the Thai government and I don't care. What I see here upcountry in the boonies is that there are a lot of new vehicles on the road and there is new construction going up everywhere. Highways are being made into four lanes. I do blame the local politicians for the conditions of secondary roads that are full of potholes while all the money is being spent on main roads. I do appreciate that I pay no taxes on my condo and very little on my wife's farmland and home. There are no violent demonstrations and no highways being blocked by demonstrators. Life here in Thailand is good for me. I have to jump through some hoops to be able to stay but I feel these obstacles are a cheap price to pay for the benefits. I always have the option to go back to my home country or elsewhere. Nothing is forcing me to live in Thailand. I do see some expats who are basically trapped here because they have put all their eggs in one basket. That is the result of their own stupidity.

Well said.

We are rowing boats side by side.

Post by **marjamlew** » February 9, 2019, 9:14 am

Hey Rocky watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat...... Wrong hat....... Again.......
Looking forward to the next hat.

Post by **yartims** » February 9, 2019, 10:26 pm

mrs ubolratana is going with the thaksins party if she can ... see BBC news

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » February 9, 2019, 10:50 pm

INDEED ..is the Thaksin pull greater than that of her younger brothers .. only time will tell but sure to be more to this after the weekend dust settles and heads clear.

Post by **jai yen yen** » February 9, 2019, 11:43 pm

vincemunday wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 1:01 pm
I'm quite pleased, I think the Princess will perhaps be a little more farang friendly, the royal family have travelled to Europe and America extensively, some are even married to Americans I believe, fingers crossed.

The reality in Thailand is that a handful of very rich and powerful families control everything and I mean everything. They will never allow this to happen.

Post by **bluejets** » February 10, 2019, 6:02 am

.....and now she is out.....apparently.

Post by **tamada** » February 10, 2019, 9:52 am

yartims wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 10:26 pm
mrs ubolratana is going with the thaksins party if she can ... see BBC news

It is the smaller of two political parties that are broadly aligned with the ex- PM that momentarily threw her hat in the ring.

Natas · Post by **Natas** » February 10, 2019, 2:51 pm

Lone Star wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 9:13 am

glalt wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 9:04 am
As an ex-pat, I obviously have no input on who runs the Thai government and I don't care. What I see here upcountry in the boonies is that there are a lot of new vehicles on the road and there is new construction going up everywhere. Highways are being made into four lanes. I do blame the local politicians for the conditions of secondary roads that are full of potholes while all the money is being spent on main roads. I do appreciate that I pay no taxes on my condo and very little on my wife's farmland and home. There are no violent demonstrations and no highways being blocked by demonstrators. Life here in Thailand is good for me. I have to jump through some hoops to be able to stay but I feel these obstacles are a cheap price to pay for the benefits. I always have the option to go back to my home country or elsewhere. Nothing is forcing me to live in Thailand. I do see some expats who are basically trapped here because they have put all their eggs in one basket. That is the result of their own stupidity.
Well said.

We are rowing boats side by side.

Then to both of you.. Why say anything at all. I guess boredom is the cause.

Post by **TAXIfor7/11** » February 10, 2019, 3:10 pm

bluejets wrote: ↑
February 10, 2019, 6:02 am
.....and now she is out.....apparently.

https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/10 ... ralongkorn

Post by **glalt** » February 10, 2019, 8:48 pm

Natas wrote: ↑
February 10, 2019, 2:51 pm

Lone Star wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 9:13 am

glalt wrote: ↑
February 9, 2019, 9:04 am
As an ex-pat, I obviously have no input on who runs the Thai government and I don't care. What I see here upcountry in the boonies is that there are a lot of new vehicles on the road and there is new construction going up everywhere. Highways are being made into four lanes. I do blame the local politicians for the conditions of secondary roads that are full of potholes while all the money is being spent on main roads. I do appreciate that I pay no taxes on my condo and very little on my wife's farmland and home. There are no violent demonstrations and no highways being blocked by demonstrators. Life here in Thailand is good for me. I have to jump through some hoops to be able to stay but I feel these obstacles are a cheap price to pay for the benefits. I always have the option to go back to my home country or elsewhere. Nothing is forcing me to live in Thailand. I do see some expats who are basically trapped here because they have put all their eggs in one basket. That is the result of their own stupidity.
Well said.

We are rowing boats side by side.
Then to both of you.. Why say anything at all. I guess boredom is the cause.

Perhaps you should take your own advice? I can't see that your post is very helpful.

Post by **jai yen yen** » February 11, 2019, 12:04 am

Wee Jimmy wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 1:15 pm
On the downside she's too friendly with the Shinawatra crowd.

You mean the ones that brought medical, affordable loans for farmers, Democracy and happy people to the country?

Post by **Laan Yaa Mo** » February 11, 2019, 12:40 am

A thought has been planted in the minds of voters, which they will not forget.

Post by **Wee Jimmy** » February 11, 2019, 3:26 am

jai yen yen wrote: ↑
February 11, 2019, 12:04 am

Wee Jimmy wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 1:15 pm
On the downside she's too friendly with the Shinawatra crowd.
You mean the ones that brought medical, affordable loans for farmers, Democracy and happy people to the country?

Loans which were paid back with interest, mass demonstrations, shootings, bribery at the elections. Maybe you were on another planet at that time.

Post by **Lone Star** » February 11, 2019, 5:30 am

Laan Yaa Mo wrote: ↑
February 11, 2019, 12:40 am
A thought has been planted in the minds of voters, which they will not forget.

Agree.

It has made an impact.

Post by **jai yen yen** » February 11, 2019, 11:27 pm

Wee Jimmy wrote: ↑
February 11, 2019, 3:26 am

jai yen yen wrote: ↑
February 11, 2019, 12:04 am

Wee Jimmy wrote: ↑
February 8, 2019, 1:15 pm
On the downside she's too friendly with the Shinawatra crowd.
You mean the ones that brought medical, affordable loans for farmers, Democracy and happy people to the country?
Loans which were paid back with interest, mass demonstrations, shootings, bribery at the elections. Maybe you were on another planet at that time.

Ignorance is not always bliss, do so real research. Everything is controlled and planned. The wealthy elite control the government, military and any other institution in Thailand. Thaksin went against the grain and rocked their boat. He did many good things for the common people as well as for himself like all politicians, especially the Thai politicians. The majority of the country was happy with their government and had no reason to protest, it was the elite behind all the problems because they could not get rid of Thaksin in a fair election so the protests were organized and the elite side was allowed to do what they wanted by the military and police. Eventually it became chaos as was planned. In steps the heros with the guns and they have control again. Do not buy into the propaganda that is being spread by the rich. All they care about is retaining their wealth and power and will do anything to keep it, anything.

Post by **Wee Jimmy** » February 12, 2019, 12:50 am

As they should!!

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