More criticism about Abhisit outbursts

Political scientist Assadang Panikbutr said Abhisit was not a gentleman for using such rude words.
“Abhisit thought his strategy worked well but in fact it’s not the democratic way. However, he may not care [what people think] because most Bangkokians still support the Democrats,” he said.
Political parties should join forces with academics to investigate corruption or to check and balance government power, Assadang said.
Thawilwadee Bureekul, head of research and development at King Prajadhipok’s Institute, said when the opposition could not play a full role in the House, because it was blocked by the majority, it had to be more forceful outside parliament.
“It’s normal to use harsh words implicating the ruling Pheu Thai Party. MPs are liable to be attacked [as public figures]. If they are really good [in office] they should not care [about the criticism] and do their parliamentary duty the best they can,” she said.
She suggested the ruling party should not block opposition party MPs from debate or discussion in the House, otherwise there would be more political rallies outside the Parliament. However, the Democrats should review their political statements because they were unlikely to help to increase their popularity.
“The Democrats should try to reach voters and convince them to vote for them instead,” she said.
Democrat MP Ongart Klampaiboon said the language was normal for a political speech in a rally and it was a personal speech. He said he believed the public would understand his party leader’s statements.
Democrat spokesman Chavanond Intarakomalyasut insisted that the political party had no plan to appoint a new leader.
Chavanond said all Democrat MPs still supported the incumbent leader, Abhisit Vejjajiva, thanks to his commitment to face challenges.
He also attacked Pheu Thai spokesman Prompong Nopparit for an improper remark on a possible leadership change. Prompong, he said, should ask all Pheu Thai MPs if they even know the party leader’s name.