Public Politics and Democratic Values in Thai Society.
Keywords:
People's Politics, Democratic Values, Political MovementsAbstract
This academic article Want to describe Public politics and democratic values in Thai society and the form of government in Thai democracy After the change of rule from the absolute monarchy It was a democratic form of government in 1932 by the People's Party, but after the change of rule there were still political problems for a period of time. Especially the coup d'etat Including political gatherings There was a protest from the students. Students and people Until it is an event that is remembered by the people, such as the events of October 14, 1973 or the great tragic day It was a severe suppression of the protesters around the Grand Palace and Ratchadamnoen Avenue. Many people died. In addition, in 1992 an incident called "Black May" was one of the public events. There were protests in the government. By political events after the change of government Would show that That democratic form of government It's the people politics That showed There is a period of political movement among the people. This caused economic and social impacts that Thailand has not yet had much political stability. The power of government does not actually belong to the people. Because after the election There were coups and the seizure of power from the government for many eras.Therefore, the author wants to reflect the values of democracy. As Thailand has a form of democracy In which sovereignty belongs to the people People have the right to freedom. In political expression Including political participation In the nature of the political movement of the people or the politics of the people Which will lead to a strong democracy in the future