Thaksin is the one who wants a 'whitewash' for the crimes of 2010
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In his latest media interview, Thaksin Shinawatra was right when he said Thais who are fighting will soon be gone, but it's our children who will live on. He also advised that we should not leave a battered country to posterity.
However, there are still a few points left out by the former premier.
First, Thailand does not have fear for, nor has it run away from, Thaksin, as claimed. It’s the other way around.
Second, Thaksin has every right to come back and defend his name. The decision to run away in 2008 was his. The reason to “reset” the country in order to whitewash those allegedly involved in the 2010 political violence, including himself – is also his.
Third, Thaksin seems to be the only Thai who can help his country by way of sacrificing his desire for power, and let it run by itself.
Why doesn’t he do such a good deed – for once in his life?
Vint Chavala
Lamphun
