The coup to end all coups? Don't bet on it
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In May 1992 the people rose up against the military-installed government. After scores of people died at the hands of soldiers, the government stepped down. This incident showed the people's dismay at the coup and their deep desire for a government that w
However, when democracy was subsequently installed, it was the elected politicians who turned out to be corrupt and self-serving. Their behaviour led the country into turmoil and to the verge of breaking up. Hence, coup-makers returned to the scene.
Now, if you asked those Thais who risked their lives for democracy 22 years ago what they think of the coup today, their answer would likely be: “I hate coups, but I hate bad politicians even more.”
Hence, so long as politicians aren’t forced to change their evil ways, coups will almost certainly recur again and again.
Vint Chavala
