webfact Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 Pheu Thai to propose rewriting of Constitution next week By The Nation The opposition is planning to present a proposal in the lower house to rewrite the Constitution following protests by pro-democratic groups seeking amendments to Thai democracy. Pheu Thai's member of Parliament from Ubon Ratchatani province and deputy chief opposition whip, Somkid Chuakong, said that a House committee studying constitutional amendments will move a motion to amend Section 256 of the Constitution so that it could be easier to amend. Somkid said that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha should not neglect the fact that senators had too much power and could choose a premier twice -- a period of eight years. The so-called National Strategy would freeze the country and it was dangerous since the budget plan also did not respond to the country’s challenges, he said. The opposition, therefore, has decided to propose next week a rewrite of the Constitution and expected MPs to quickly give their assent. Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/news/30392321 -- © Copyright The Nation Thailand 2020-08-02 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Grumpy John Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 Who was it that said "You shouldn't p1zz into the wind"! ???????????? 5 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 7 minutes ago, webfact said: Pheu Thai to propose rewriting of Constitution next week Dreamers! ???? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PatOngo Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Grumpy John said: Who was it that said "You shouldn't p1zz into the wind"! ???????????? Is'nt that a national passtime? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 Do they hope to change something at 4am to bring Thaksin back? 3 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bodga Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 why dont they just all walk out en masse and not go back again 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post grumbleweed Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 42 minutes ago, webfact said: Pheu Thai to propose rewriting of Constitution next week Don't they need guns for that? 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tifino Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 the only strengthening the Constitution needs , is to grow a backbone 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post samsensam Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 again? ???? they'll get it right one of thsee days. or maybe not. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowboat Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 1 hour ago, webfact said: The opposition, therefore, has decided to propose next week a rewrite of the Constitution and expected MPs to quickly give their assent. Doubtful the military will go along, but what else does the rabble in red have to do? Good for them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cmarshall Posted August 2, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2020 Good for Pheu Thai! The Constitution certainly needs an overhaul. Probably won't succeed first time, but the issue needs to be raised and raised again, especially to show the younger generation that someone is listening, even if the generals are not. 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtco Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 17 hours ago, webfact said: a rewrite of the Constitution Oh yes ... how many would that be now? I've lost count. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 16 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: Do they hope to change something at 4am to bring Thaksin back? I'd rather the students and the forward party take the initiative in this matter. pt will have their own old agendas in mind and nothing more. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chassa Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 16 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: Do they hope to change something at 4am to bring Thaksin back? Same 'ole, same 'ole. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david555 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 17 hours ago, grumbleweed said: Don't they need guns for that? No...Thanks at V....... Bkk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post animatic Posted August 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 3, 2020 (edited) Democratic street activists and PTP, the strangest of bedfellows Edited August 3, 2020 by animatic Spelling 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr mr Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 18 hours ago, webfact said: Pheu Thai's member of Parliament from Ubon Ratchatani province and deputy chief opposition whip, Somkid Chuakong, said that a House committee studying constitutional amendments will move a motion to amend Section 256 of the Constitution so that it could be easier to amend. safe driving my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 20 hours ago, Grumpy John said: Who was it that said "You shouldn't p1zz into the wind"! ???????????? Captain of the good ship venus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heybruce Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 3 hours ago, rtco said: Oh yes ... how many would that be now? I've lost count. How many constitutional rewrites that weren't forced by the military? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 3 hours ago, mr mr said: safe driving my friend. To benefit who? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 20 hours ago, cmarshall said: Good for Pheu Thai! The Constitution certainly needs an overhaul. Probably won't succeed first time, but the issue needs to be raised and raised again, especially to show the younger generation that someone is listening, even if the generals are not. depending on what issues pt are focused on and ultimately their real intent/goals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLW Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Good luck with that. News in next week - PT politician dies in mysterious road crash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dene16 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 22 hours ago, webfact said: Somkid said that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha should not neglect the fact that senators had too much power and could choose a premier twice -- a period of eight years. Wasn't that the point when he appointed 250 senators ( 3 months before the start of the election), so that he would maintain control even if he lost the election? Please correct me if i am wrong but i'm sure the prime minister is not necessary the leader of the winning party after an election, but is voted by the senate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pancho Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Interesting timing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benmart Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Best written on an Etch-A-Sketch so the next gang can change it easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polaky Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 They should ask big joke to write it up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Tracy Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Treason, sedition.... just to announce that they planning to present a proposal to change the constitution? To whose benefit?I But wait. Not presented, not even planned. Announced that are planning to present a proposal..... Look out for itinerant motorcyclists. That don't know you, but have met you in a beer dive and will be planning to accompany you to another one before you unexplanedly crash into him..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattaya Spotter Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Thailand has had over 20+ constitutions over the past 80 years...so what's another one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkski Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 I was in country in July when last constitution was voted on. But recall how opposition was put down. I couldn't believe thai people so ignorant. But I'm sure many didnt have access to BKK post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Deerhunter Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 On 8/2/2020 at 7:56 PM, OneMoreFarang said: Do they hope to change something at 4am to bring Thaksin back? In their dream perhaps but they will more importantly ramp up the opposition to the current regime government and shorten the timeline before there is more blood on the streets. Which seems inevitable at some stage now with the way the internet is democratising the L.O.S. and upsetting the status quo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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