Thaksin's allegation of avoiding prison sentence affects the government, according to a poll
Headline: Thaksin's Special Treatment Sparks Public Skepticism, Affects Trust in Government and Medical Profession
Here's the truth tea on Thaksin's latest antics:
The cat's out of the bag! A new poll shows that folks are not too pleased with former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's dodgy dealings and believe it could impact the current government's ability to serve its full term.
Conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration, the poll quizzed 1,310 Thai citizens of various educational backgrounds, occupations, and income levels via phone interviews between June 3-5.
And guess what? A whopping 59% of participants believe that Thaksin's case will have either a great or some impact on the government's stability. Ouch!
Now, let's get our medical hats on. You'd think that this medical controversy would raise eyebrows, right? Guess what? 38.40% of respondents admitted that they now have less trust in the medical profession. Ouch again!
You might ask why? Well, Thaksin's return to Thailand in August 2023 after more than 15 years of self-imposed exile led to some questionable situations, IMHO. Upon arrival, he was sentenced to eight years in prison, later reduced to one year by royal pardon. But wait, it gets better.
On his first night in custody, he was transferred to the Police General Hospital, where he remained in a VIP room on the 14th floor until his parole release in February 2024. Authorities cited his age and ill health as reasons for avoiding standard imprisonment.
But hey, what's the big deal, you ask? The Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions took the unusual step of ordering an inquiry into whether Thaksin's prison sentence had been properly carried out. The inquiry hearing is scheduled for June 13.
Separately, the Medical Council of Thailand took disciplinary action against three doctors who treated Thaksin, citing substandard medical practice. Two of them had their licenses suspended. So, there's that.
In a nutshell, this medical controversy has left a sour taste in the mouths of many Thai citizens who are now questioning the fairness and integrity of the judicial and medical systems. Yikes!
- The public's trust in the medical profession has taken a hit due to the health-related controversy surrounding Thaksin Shinawatra's special treatment, as 38.40% of respondents expressed less trust as a result of the situation.
- The unusual steps taken regarding Thaksin's prison sentence have fueled opinions of political bias in the judicial system, with 59% of participants in a poll believing that the case will have a significant impact on the government's stability.
- Beyond the political implications, this general-news event has provoked concerns about the fairness and integrity of both the medical and political institutions in Thai society, leaving many citizens questioning the systems they rely on for their health and governance.
