The more and more I read the local newspapers and see western educated Thais point out the problems in Thailand, it gives me hope that things might be on the edge of improving. Then I talk with other Thai people and realize that they would rather have 500 baht in exchange for their vote than voting in the best person for the job, and it makes me sad.
Tourism Minister says govt will not declare state of emergency; “could cause panic among foreign tourists” – Bangkok Post reporting on widespread flooding throughout Thailand
Thai politics is like being in prison or a gang. You need to have a few felonies under your belt just to get some respect.
Overheard on Soi 11
Thailand needs a Thai David Letterman or Jay Leno. If more politicians knew they were going to be ridiculed every evening maybe they would stop saying and doing such stupid shit.
– Overheard on BTS