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Observers of the Thai social and political scene since the 1980s will certainly agree that one of the Kingdom s most colourful. " Phenomena has been that of the, Chao pho or "Godfathers". Stories about violent killings by or of these local leaders and. Their men often make, headline news particularly when as in, most cases such crimes, are executed with gross violence and. In clear defiance of the law enforcement authorities. But probably even more visible is the role of local or provincial. Notables at, election time when (so it seems) all roads lead to the godfather. The extent to which these leaders have made. Their impact felt by the whole society is evidenced by the fact that when military, leaders seized power from the civilian. Government in February 1991 one of, the first items on their agenda was to draw up special legislation to deal with the. Chao pho.1.This paper attempts to trace the evolution and role of local Godfathers in Thai politics. It seeks first of all to establish,,, The relationship between their economic and political role and their traditional position in the Thai social, structure. It will also examine the grounds for the frequently heard accusation that the Thai practice of Demo - cracy has contributed. To the growing influence of these godfathers.It is hoped that the discussion will shed light on their future role as well.