Thai-American Relations

I am very troubled by recent developments in the Thai news media where it has become a bit of sport to attack the United States, implying that the US is somehow responsible for the recent political turmoil in Thailand.

Before I go on, I would like to state clearly and unequivocally that there is very little about the current U.S. Administration that pleases or even comes close to satisfying me.  The current U.S. Administration has done as much to damage my country as the recent events have done to Thailand.  

I do not presume to speak for the US government or even the American people.  I speak only for myself.

In fairness, however, I must say that the US Government has acted correctly in this case.  I’ll tell you why in a moment. Continue reading →