While repeatedly criticising 'bad politicians', the prime minister often finds people in his own inner circle embroiled in scandals. THANARAK KHUNTONWhen the military junta took over the government, Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha proclaimed to loud cheers an age of reform. Henceforth, there'd be no more bad politicians, no more bad officials, no more disharmonious squabbles and no more corruption. Once in a position of power, one expects to have privileges including immunity against loss of employment or, in some cases, legal complications. So it boils down to civil society who must keep hammering home the importance of eliminating graft and exposing corrupt practices where possible.

Source: Bangkok Post November 04, 2017 00:45 UTC