Re: ''Reds kick off pro-govt rallies'' BP, Nov 9. The anti-government groups have done a great job. They have succeeded in blocking the abuse of majority rule by the Pheu Thai-led government.
I understand the joy for their achievement and the sentiment to keep and continue this people's power and momentum toward reform of Thai politics and corrupt society, but it is wrong. Reform is not a one-night job like the fight against amnesty bills.
Some problems are deeply rooted and we need more time to solve them. Requirements needed for reform still do not exist.
Frankly, the politicians and people on their side have not had any position or right to initiate the reform. The process should involve all people. It may take years or decades to complete.
Therefore, they should dissolve the rallies today after the Senate rejects the bill. Everybody including red shirts and the police should go home and cool off.
RH SUGA
Fear of bloodshed
Suranand Vejjajiva, secretary-general to the prime minister, declared that the government would fully exercise its powers if the protests against the amnesty bill escalate to inciting the purging of the government.
The declaration was posted on the government-owned MCOT website.
Such an audacious remark will only serve to fire up the protesters' anger. How many governments have fallen as a result of such unwise remarks?
Judging from Mr Suranand's attitude, the government's method of handling the situation is to resort to violence against the protesters.
Hence, if violence really breaks out, it will be alleged to have been started by the government first.
And once blood on the side of protesters is drawn, that will be the last day of the Yingluck government.
And, of course, it doesn't end there.
Can you handle a murder charge, Madam Prime Minister?
VINT CHAVALA
Under the microscope
Three articles on the Nov 9 Opinion page were so lively and exciting to absorb.
The interview by Thanida Tansubhapol of Virachai Plasai, Thailand's chief counsel on Preah Vihear, showed me how Thailand has done its very best to defend the case.
It also shows plenty of diplomatic traits that political students could emulate. Commentary by Kong Rithdee on the demonstrations and counter-demonstrations on the amnesty bill was balanced.
A coup is no longer needed since majority rule that is capriciously applied can now be challenged. An example has been set.
William Pesek's ''Thailand's Big Brother drama needs a brand new cast'' was so stunning. Observations from this expert on Far East politics are so biting. This is definitely an intelligent press stirring up our thoughts.
SONGDEJ PRADITSMANONT
America dangerous
The US state department has issued a travel advisory warning US citizens not to travel to Kenya following an attack at a shopping mall in Nairobi.
Kenya has been free from terrorist attacks for a long time, but the State Department has decided to issue this directive, which may cause loss of tourism and trade income for this African nation, peaceful for many years.
I think we should remind the US State Department that during the past few months, attacks by deranged Americans and other nationals on their airports, schools and shopping malls has led to significant loss of life.
Will the State Department now issue a travel directive to foreigners not to visit the US, as it is clearly now more dangerous to go to the US than to Kenya or most other countries?
SOI 4 DAVE
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