The Moral Enigma of the September 19 Popular Coup in Thailand

The moral conundrum of the September 19 popular putsch detat in Thailand. Bangkok, September 25, 2006 The September 19, 2006 (9/19) takeover detat in Thailand is a great puzzle for many. It is difficult to understand this takeover not so much in terms of wherefore it has happened, but its popularity. There were reports of secernate giving flowers and cold drinks to soldiers on the streets. In Chiangmai, kids would not stop both(prenominal)ering their teachers until they were taken to see the putsch tanks. In fact, according to one recent survey, 83% of Thais countrywide are in favor of this coup. Given the positive popular reception of this coup, one wonders if there is such a issue as a good or peaceful coup? In this article, I wish to first offer an news report why so many, both common people and celebrated public intellectuals, are condescending this coup. Then the moral enigma when reasons for the coup could be accepted while the coup as a means of political change itself is rejected would be explored. Finally, a sign of hope for Thai society that took backside in a quiet effort to cope with the coup will be suggested.

For those in favor Apart from the fact that the coup was staged without bloodshed in its successful attempt to remove Prime Minister Thaksin Shinnawat, there are four reasons why it is favored by many in Thai society. First, whatever conceptualize that the coup was staged to prevent the continuing divergence situation from sinking deeper into violence, and possibly a civil warfare between two armed groups, one in support of Thaksin and those who opposed him. Conflicts in any society between people of different opinions as well as between the state and ordinary people are generally regarded as little dangerous than those between two opposing armed forces, both to the combatants and the civilians. For those who read the situation prior to September 19 as leading towards violence, the coup was therefore supported on the underseal that it was a preventive measure. Second, there are some who believe that... If you want to get a full essay, order it on our website: Orderessay

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