“Theng Natthapong” took the stage appealing to the people of Khon Kaen, wanting a country management team that is not ambiguous, but transparent and straightforward, solving livelihood issues from prenatal care to end of life. He urged a landslide victory for the People’s Party and said, "After 8 February, see you at the Government House." Tags: [election, Khon Kaen, People’s Party, political speech]
On 3 January 2025 at 18:00 at Bird Garden Cafe, Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, prime minister candidate of the People’s Party, delivered a speech titled “One Election, Change Khon Kaen’s Future.” He was joined by lawyer Pok Weeranut Huadsri, candidate for MP District 1 No. 3, and Palad Ting Apichat Sirisoonthorn.Tags: [election campaign, Khon Kaen, People’s Party, candidates]
Palad Ting Apichat Sirisoonthorn, former secretary-general of the Move Forward Party, former party-list MP for Move Forward and Future Forward Parties, and former executive committee member for the Northeast region, spoke saying Thailand must eliminate ambiguous-color politicians. Having been banned from politics for 10 years, he wants to see Thailand prosper, no longer suffering poverty, and for the elderly to have good welfare.Tags: [politics, anti-corruption, Move Forward Party, election speech]
“The Orange Party government was straightforward in cracking down on call center scammers and corruption. This election is a crucial moment. We must win decisively to allow a democratic government to run the country. The only way for this party to govern transparently is to win.”Tags: [election, anti-corruption, democratic government, Orange Party]
Lawyer Pok Weeranut Huadsri, candidate for District 1 No. 3, thanked the people who previously trusted him with 39,046 votes to serve in parliament. He expressed gratitude for the ongoing support and encouragement, marking a new standard in politics.Tags: [election, candidate gratitude, Khon Kaen, political standards]
Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, People’s Party prime minister candidate, began by emphasizing the importance of the first election in 15 years where the people’s voice truly matters. This election has no Senate votes for prime minister. He reaffirmed that the prime minister was previously chosen by MPs’ votes, not direct public election.Tags: [election, prime minister selection, democratic process]
The next election will decide the country’s future—between an Orange government or another color. Voters must mark two ballots: number 46 for the People’s Party and a constituency MP from the People’s Party.Tags: [election strategy, voting instructions, People’s Party]
All our candidates are highly qualified. What I want to share is that this election must confront ambiguity. I hardly see any party unconnected to ambiguous interests. Some even openly admit connections with Ben Smith, who is linked to an international money laundering network.Tags: [election, candidate quality, political integrity, corruption]
Why is the People’s Party the best choice? This is what I firmly believe: First, a strong democratic stance, always emphasizing that supreme power belongs to the people; second, representatives who work for the people; third, good policies; fourth, a professional management team.Tags: [political platform, democracy, leadership, policies]
Regarding democratic stance, Khon Kaen is an important stronghold with the Constitution Monument as a memorial reminder. Previously, MOUs and MOAs have been repeatedly broken. Other parties change their views once in parliament, but not the People’s Party. Our position remains steadfast as always.Tags: [democracy, Khon Kaen, political consistency, Constitution Monument]
Natthapong explained that MP stands for Member of Parliament. What makes a good MP? He cited Khon Kaen’s Uncle Khlaw Norpati Kerdchaiyapoom, a lawyer from Khon Kaen, elected MP eight times and senator once, a humble person who was imprisoned during Field Marshal Sarit’s coup, similar to current struggles. He fought for cheaper electricity and was sued for 100 million baht. This example shows citizens must judge if their representative is honest and consistent—before and after entering parliament.Tags: [political integrity, MP example, Khon Kaen, history]
Second, MPs must not be silent; they must be the voice of the people because silence is a form of injustice. They must speak out for parents, siblings, and citizens.Tags: [political responsibility, representation, justice]
Third, say what you mean and do what you say—be straightforward with the people. Not to say one thing and do another after entering parliament, lying completely.Tags: [political honesty, accountability]
Finally, you work here for the benefit of the majority, for the people, not for scammers, shadow capital, or individuals. The People’s Party, being a mass party with representatives from the people, is not perfect. When an incident occurred in District 33 Bangkok, we acted immediately without favoritism. This is the strength of an MP as a true representative of the people.Tags: [political accountability, mass party, integrity]
We have good policies for the majority’s livelihood. Previously, there were policies of giveaways, but before that, we must plug leaks to stop money flowing out of the country. Low-priced, low-quality goods flood in without meeting standards or laws, causing cost advantages over Thai producers who comply with regulations.Tags: [economic policy, consumer protection, trade]
Normally, consumption and production trends align: high consumption means high production and vice versa. Since COVID, Thailand’s economic structure has changed. While the government gave 10,000 baht for shopping, factories shut down due to money flowing abroad. How to stop these leaks? Thai businesses face inspections from city officials, police, and health authorities, but foreign goods are unchecked. Fair regulation is needed so foreign goods can compete properly.Tags: [economic challenges, regulation, trade fairness]
“My father said we must fix bureaucracy because small people are extorted. He said the bureaucracy is complicated and cumbersome. I said I know it’s hard, but if we don’t try, when will we fix it? We can fix it because our MPs don’t come from shadow capital, big capital, or powerful families. We will truly fix it for the people.”Tags: [bureaucratic reform, political commitment, anti-corruption]
Natthapong continued about a receipt lottery policy, complementing the half-half co-payment scheme. The receipt lottery will be held every 16th and 30th of the month. For example, spending 500 baht at a coffee shop earns one lottery ticket to encourage spending at small shops.Tags: [economic stimulus, small business support, consumer incentives]
We will automatically adjust fair wages annually according to the cost of living. Politicians often argue over numbers, but if we know inflation and wages, why not align them? This policy aims to increase money in people’s pockets.Tags: [wage policy, inflation adjustment, economic fairness]
Electricity will be 25 satang cheaper within the first year if we reach an agreement with energy capital groups. Within 10 years, full electricity market liberalization will lower prices by about 75 satang, as seen in countries with complete liberalization.Tags: [energy policy, electricity pricing, market liberalization]
Singapore has declared itself a Digital Hub building an AI Data Center requiring vast electricity. Thailand is strategically positioned, using dams from neighboring countries to generate electricity and export to neighbors. This megaproject benefits small people through lower electricity costs and aligns with national strategy. We must have foreign policies that support this.Tags: [energy strategy, regional cooperation, infrastructure investment]
Natthapong spoke about universal welfare continuing for young children, workers, and the elderly. He acknowledged that giving 3,000 baht per month is unfeasible due to depleted treasury funds from previous governments. They can realistically provide 1,500 baht monthly, increasing welfare gradually as the economy improves. First, they must get into government.Tags: [social welfare, economic reality, policy gradualism]
Economic policies addressing expenses and eldercare include reducing burdens on relatives caring for elderly parents. Village health volunteers (Aor Sor Mor) have long worked as unpaid volunteers. The party plans to upgrade them as certified elder caregivers, trained by the state, earning 15,000 baht monthly.Tags: [elder care, social policy, community health workers]
Our policies don’t just focus on giveaways; we reduce expenses too. A healthy circular economy benefits everyone. Other good policies include modernizing the military. Not only in Khon Kaen but also in Kong district, Nakhon Ratchasima, people support us. When asked why the military exists, I said it is to protect the country, not to govern it. Shopkeepers feel reassured after hearing distorted news online. We support a modern military fulfilling its protective role.Tags: [economic policy, military modernization, public reassurance]
We have a professional management team. Beyond over 200 good policies, we have four management teams: economy led by Professor Weerayut Kanchuchat; quality of life and welfare led by Professor Detarat Sukgamned; new security and democracy led by Pijorn Chaowaphatthanawong; and bureaucratic reform led by Sirikanya Tansakul.Tags: [management team, policy leadership, professional expertise]
We don’t believe one prime minister alone can fix all current problems. The next government must have a strong team with proper backgrounds, knowledge, and skills—not based on factionalism or quotas but on merit.Tags: [government formation, team governance, meritocracy]
Unlike old politics, we couldn’t unveil the management team earlier because we didn’t know how alliances would form. People ask if our team will all enter the Government House. For this, we urge the people to vote overwhelmingly for the People’s Party.Tags: [political strategy, election readiness, voter appeal]
With just over five weeks left, we have a joint mission. Today we launched a new campaign, volunteering to fight the election. We need grassroots supporters and all Orange factions to help pass on a better future for our children.Tags: [campaign launch, grassroots support, election mobilization]}]}
