Put an end to 'feel-good' populist policies

A campaign banner is seen from a small party named 'Prachaniyom', which means populism, before the last general election in 2019. Populist policies are expected to make a return in the upcoming May election in 2023. (Photo: Weerwong Wongpridi)

With a tight election race coming, some political parties have rolled out populist policies to entice voters, hoping for a big victory. However, we all know those populist schemes require massive amounts of money, and not many have tangible benefits. It's safe to say that most, if not all, parties simply want to win the election at all costs.

Those parties are irresponsible, given that they do not care to mention the sources of the funds and the amount needed to deliver their populist policies while completely disregarding the side effects on the country's struggling economy.