Politicians score big with football clubs

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Politicians score big with football clubs

SPECIAL REPORT: More MPs scout for teams of their own

Published: 6/02/2012 at 08:47 AM
Newspaper section: News

Politicians nowadays are now looking to own football clubs which not only gives them personal enjoyment, but also provides them with a chance to boost their profile and expand their political base.

They draw inspiration from Buriram PEA, run by Buri Ram politician Newin Chidchob, which has enjoyed huge success this year.

Buriram PEA completed a historic run on Saturday when it defeated Thai Port 2-0 in the League Cup final at Supachalasai National Stadium.

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bikeme
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Discussion 2 : 06/02/2012 at 09:07 AM2
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So how is it that these politicians have so much money that they can buy a football team ... oh yeah, I forgot ... corruption.
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Discussion 1 : 06/02/2012 at 06:58 AM1
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Some people will think that politicians have other reasons for wanting to invest in a soccer club besides getting to talk to more people and getting more votes.
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