The Reform to Acquire Honest and Moral MPs: Politicians’ Authority and Responsibility

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After the transition from absolute monarchy to democratic regime,
Thailand has confronted continual coups and constitutional changes. This has been caused by the improper acquirement of a political vocation, and the lack of moral, virtue and awareness of a politician’s role, as well as conflicting authorities. Consequently, to strengthen Thai politics, there should be a revision in the process for representative elections as well as the authority and responsibility of members of the House of Representatives. That is, they should come from elections and appointment. Elected senators directly connect people and understand the problems in each province, while appointed senators are experts from different fields. They are responsible for scrutinising and passing legislation. Regarding representatives, some are elected from single constituency elections and some from “proportional
representation” by party lists. The politicians’ authority should be separated clearly from their responsibility. A prime minister needs not come from election or be a representative. MPs needs not have membership in a political party and are responsible for proposing a draft bill which will be scrutinised by senators. This acquirement system will stabilise the democracy of Thailand, and bring progress and happiness to the people.