Bangkok: "Rangsiman" criticizes "Pheu Thai" should not be called a representative of democracy fighters, neglecting those with different opinions to continue to be imprisoned, thanking 6 "Red Shirt" MPs for voting in support of the amnesty bill, "Civil Sector - Move Forward" can still raise their hands to bow, ready to continue fighting at the committee level. Mr. Rangsiman Rome, MP for the party list and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, expressed disappointment regarding the resolution of the House of Representatives meeting that rejected the draft amnesty bill of the Move Forward Party and the people's sector.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Rangsiman criticized the outcome as discriminatory, emphasizing that a broader and more inclusive approach should have been taken. He mentioned that the Prachachon Party aimed to be inclusive, considering all cases fairly while issuing conditions to make the process more acceptable. Mr. Rangsiman highlighted the need for discussion to foster understanding and accused the government of being narrow-minded, focusing solely on its group without addressing the broader issue, which limited the amnesty.
Regarding the committee level discussions, Mr. Rangsiman, as part of the People's Party's proportional committee, stressed the importance of transparency in deliberations. He pointed out that the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party's main draft did not exclude amnesty for Section 112 cases, indicating the need for dialogue. He acknowledged the challenge of pushing forward if the government party remains strong at the committee level but emphasized the duty to strive for transparency and inclusivity for the citizens and families of political dissidents.
Mr. Rangsiman further criticized the Pheu Thai Party for voting to approve the draft of the Act on Promoting a Peaceful Society proposed by the Bhumjaithai Party. He expressed surprise at Pheu Thai's actions, given its historical stance as a representative of democratic voices. Mr. Rangsiman argued that the Pheu Thai Party should reconsider its self-identification as a democracy representative, citing its inaction in addressing the persecution of political dissidents, including those prosecuted under Article 112.
He acknowledged the efforts of six Pheu Thai MPs who voted in favor of the people's sector and the Move Forward Party's draft. While Mr. Rangsiman expressed gratitude towards these MPs, he also conveyed disappointment in Pheu Thai Party's overall stance, which he perceived as misaligned with its purported democratic ideals, equating it with other political parties lacking the courage to lead Thai society out of its crisis.