Bangkok: "Sonthi" is rallying protesters to reclaim Thailand, with the first rally scheduled for September 10th. "Sonthi" is inciting protests, declaring a push to reclaim Thailand. The goal is not to overthrow the government, but to make the government act for the people rather than its own cronies. He insists the protests will not be prolonged, with the first rally scheduled for September 10th in front of the Israeli Embassy.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sondhi Limthongkul, along with former leaders of the People's Alliance for Democracy and leaders of the Network of Students and People for Thai Reform, issued a statement regarding a political movement aimed at "taking back Thailand." They argued that the current government has lost its legitimacy due to its abuse of power to cover up various issues, including corruption in local government exams, collusion in the Senate, the appointment of a Minister of Justice who transferred officials in the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to replace those handling the Senate collusion case, and the failure of officials to take action regarding the Khao Kradong land case despite a Supreme Court ruling. Furthermore, they criticized the government for allowing Jewish nationals with Thai citizenship to seize Thai businesses, reflecting a situation where politicians own the country. For these reasons, the government has lost its legitimacy to govern. It is time for Thai people to un ite and not allow politicians to wield power over the people.
The public is being invited to come out and demonstrate their power to reclaim Thailand. This rally is not aimed at overthrowing the government, but at least to urge the Prime Minister to act for the people rather than his own cronies. The rally will not be a prolonged overnight protest, but rather a mobilization of the people to reclaim the land, without factions or political affiliations. Today, everyone is united as one, working for the nation.
The first rally, scheduled for Thursday, September 10th, will involve submitting a letter to the Israeli Embassy in Thailand. This marks the first demonstration, and the group is urging those who disagree with the current government to come out and show their strength as much as possible. Despite being ridiculed as a "betel nut chewing mob," Mr. Sonthi urged everyone to wait and see the power of those who love their country.