The previous junta-appointed Senate did not come from the people and was not entrusted by the people, so there is a need to revive the people's trust in the Senate by creating a "people's parliament," said Nanthana Nanthawaropas, a candidate for the Senate president position.
She said the election process for the new Senate might not come directly from the people, but the current Senate can gain the people's trust through relatedness, creativity, clear communication, fairness, and adherence to international standards.
She emphasized that the Senate must represent everyone and every group. The public should have access to the senators, be able to join Senate meetings, and file complaints with the Senate.
She added that the Senate's committee meetings should be aired live, and the senators should provide reports of their performance and accomplishments to the people and answer all questions from the press. She also said that the Senate must be able to hold political officeholders accountable for their actions to create a strong checks and balances system.
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