Red shirts call for release of defendants in political cases
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The red shirts Wednesday called on the government to seek temporary release for all defendants in "political cases" and to ensure justice for them.
Thida Thawornseth, who is the caretaker chairwoman of the red shirt movement, made the call during Wednesday’s press conference. She said that the government should ensure that all the defendant in political cases would be granted temporary release while fighting the cases against them.
She also expressed support to the calls for amendment to Article 112 of the Penal Code involving lese majeste. Thida said the debate on the issue should be based on knowledge, and not personal vendetta.
“People who oppose the amendment should tell their reasons. Don’t just think that people who want amendment are not loyal to the monarchy,” she said.
The Nation
