r/CannabisThailand Newsletter - Issue #55
Pita and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week
Sawadee Everyone,
Well butter my biscuit, the political theatre was in full swing this week! The curtain rose on Move Forward (MFP) all prepped to throw Pita's name in the hat one more time, expecting a few more drumrolls. But, plot twist! The Thai parliament playbook threw a curveball: no reruns allowed unless there's a fresh twist to the plot.
That thud you heard? Pita's hopes for PM crashing. Of course, a little backstage drama from the Election Commission (EC) that tossed him out as an MP didn't help his case either.
MFP, now in a jam, turned to their frenemy Pheu Thai (PT) with a "Help us out, buddy?" PT was all "Sure, just... wait a minute." In a flash, they were schmoozing with Bhumjaithai (BJT), United Thai Nation (UTN), and Chart Pattana Kla – all of whom gave the cold shoulder to MFP. Ouch! And rumor has it, their chats with Chartthaipattana and Palang Pracharath (PPRP) will follow the same ‘thanks-but-no-thanks-MFP’ tune.
As for the senators on PT's dance card for next week? I'd bet my popcorn they'll be singing the same anti-MFP tune.
I might be sporting a tinfoil hat, but this looks a lot like a choreographed tango designed to give MFP the old heave-ho. PT, ever the consummate performers, will waltz with every possible partner before sighing dramatically and, with the gravitas of a Broadway finale, bid MFP adieu.
Speaking of drama, Pita clearly missed the memo on the Titanic's ending, as he recently channeled his inner Rose with, "When a boat's sinking, you don't abandon ship; you plug that leak!" So, MFP’s stance? They ain't leaving the stage unless they're dragged off.
Everyone knows PT never sent MFP a Valentine, but they also don't want to earn the wrath of MFP's fan club. Prepare for some Oscar-worthy performances as PT ensures everyone sees just how hard they tried before they send MFP packing.
Cue the cliffhanger music! This saga's far from over. Stay in your seats, folks! 🍿🎭🎉
Cheers,
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