Independent Academic in Korat Compare the election of a new group of senators to a group that does not care about the voice of the people. I think after the elections they will be over. The list of complaints is certainly long.
May 9 in Mueang district, Nakhon Ratchasima province. Mr. Thawisan Lonanurak independent academic and former general secretary of the North East Chamber of Commerce He came out to express views on the election of a new group of senators to replace the current group of senators. whose mandate will expire on May 11. Senate elections this time It is considered the first time in the world that this system is used. which has caused a lot of confusion among the people Since the various rules issued by the Election Commission are not clear, what can people running for Senate do? What can’t you do? There was complete confusion. Although the position of senator is considered very important. Especially by raising its hand to approve the nomination of many important Thai independent organizations such as the Constitutional Court, NACC, NACC or the Election Commission, etc., in addition to being able to discuss no-confidence, the government can still do other things.
Mr Thawisan Lonanurak, independent academic and former general secretary of the North East Chamber of Commerce
This time there were only 200 senators, but he was very surprised. Why is it necessary to complete the qualification at any level? Grade 4 is fine. He does not look down on those who have little education. If you have the ability to earn an honest living Not causing problems for anyone is normal. But with the authority of Such an important senator for the country It is wise to select people with knowledge. Is the skill high enough? Because authority and duties concern people all over the country.
Importantly, he is designated as a representative of the Thai people. Which he wasn’t sure if she was real or not. Due to the method of election of senators this time, if he wants he will go to choose You will have to pay an application fee of 2,500 baht. If you don’t pay, you won’t have the right to choose. Why democratic elections in general Every citizen must be given the opportunity to have the right to choose. If you do not exercise your right to vote, you will be deprived of many rights. But this time it happened like this. If someone wants to go to vote You have to pay 2,500 baht.It’s no different than a sharing group. Thus giving the definition of being a representative of the Thai people. It should not apply to this group of senators. So now we can’t do anything. As the Senate recruitment will be announced on May 13th. Next, we will follow the timeline on June 9, district-level elections, June 16, provincial-level elections, and June 16, provincial-level elections, national elections. Before the election results are announced, who will be the 200 senators on July 2, 2024.
“I’m not sure whether I will actually be able to announce the certification or not because I think there will be a lot of complaints. When there are many complaints It will become a game for the 250 senators whose terms have expired. We will continue to act indefinitely,” Thavisan said.
Mr. Thavisan also said this Now many provinces have revealed this After applying Training courses are provided for applicants. To find out what can and cannot be done, for example in Nakhon Ratchasima province, candidates will be invited. Senators will participate in the training on May 19, and most importantly, the issue of voter qualifications is another issue this time. Because in addition to having to pay 2,500 baht, you also have to be 40 years old or older. But if you are 18 years old to elect a deputy, you can already vote. This raises the question: what is the difference between the election of parliamentarians and that of senators? Although both of these elections should come from the votes of the general public. Especially being a senator, which is called the upper house. or even the Council of Experts It is necessary to select people who are even more qualified than parliamentarians. Therefore, he believes that the elections will end As a result there must have been many complaints. until it provokes The original set of senators will have to act for a long time.
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