Bloodless Thai Coup

American Voices • asia • world leaders • military • ISSUE 42•38 • Sep 22, 2006

Thailand went through a bloodless coup while the President was out in the United States to address the United Nations. What do you think?

“I'm looking forward to seeing this on the political edition of While You Were Out.”
Cindy Daniels –
Cashier
“This is all in accordance with Thailand's 'Whoever sits in the President's chair is the President' policy.”
Chad Brackmeyer –
Systems Analyst
“It's not the best solution to removing a corrupt leader, but it sure does the job better than the electoral college.”
Brian Knuth –
Medical Receptionist

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