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"Atsadang" Reads Power Game of 2026: Anutin Compared to Cao Cao

"Atsadang" Reads Power Game of 2026: Anutin Compared to Cao Cao

MGR Online•General•18h ago

Reader Briefing

Key political analyst Atsadang Yamanaak likens Anutin Charnvirakul's political strategy for the 2026 election to the historical figure Cao Cao, suggesting a move towards unifying disparate political factions.

  • •Political analyst Atsadang Yamanaak analyzes the 2026 election dynamics, comparing Anutin Charnvirakul to Cao Cao.
  • •The strategy involves rallying opponents and consolidating power after the election, rather than just electoral victory.
  • •This approach aims for long-term stability by "burning secret letters" and inviting former rivals into a coalition government.

Overview

  • •Atsadang Yamanaak, an independent academic, posted an analysis comparing Thai politics to the Three Kingdoms narrative.
  • •The analysis focuses on the political strategy for the 2026 election.
  • •Atsadang Yamanaak compares Anutin Charnvirakul's potential election strategy to Cao Cao at the Battle of Guandu.
  • •Cao Cao is depicted as having fewer resources but greater unity and strategic foresight than his rival Yuan Shao.
  • •The 'burning of secret letters' by Cao Cao is interpreted as a metaphor for Anutin's potential strategy to forgive past conflicts.
  • •This strategy involves inviting former political adversaries, such as the Pheu Thai party, into a coalition government.
  • •This move is intended to create stability and true power by unifying the parliament and consolidating leadership under Anutin.
  • •The ultimate goal is not just winning an election, but winning the 'after the battle' phase for lasting governance.

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Key Quotes

Atsadang Yamanaak
"Anutin, the leader of "Three Kingdoms" in one persona, "Cao Cao phase.""
อนุทิน ผู้นำ “สามก๊ก” ในร่างเดียว “ภาคโจโฉ”
Atsadang Yamanaak
"After winning the election in 2026, Anutin chose to act like Cao Cao, offering "moral amnesty.""
หลังชนะเลือกตั้งปี 69 อนุทินเลือกทำแบบโจโฉ คือ “นิรโทษกรรมทางใจ”

Key Entities

Person

Atsadang Yamanaak(อัษฎางค์)
An independent academic and political analyst who is comparing Thai political strategies to the Three Kingdoms.
Anutin Charnvirakul(อนุทิน ชาญวีรกูล)ℹ️
A political figure whose election strategy for 2026 is being compared to the historical figure Cao Cao.
Cao Cao(โจโฉ)ℹ️
A historical figure from the Three Kingdoms period used as a strategic comparison for Anutin Charnvirakul.

Organization

Pheu Thai Party(พรรคเพื่อไทย)ℹ️
A political party mentioned as a potential rival and partner in the post-election government formation.