"Ice Rakchanok" was confronted by locals who asked what she has done for the people in parliament, noting she was not seen helping during floods. She tried to explain, but the locals walked away. Meanwhile, "Natthapong" declared he would turn Udonthani entirely orange and appealed for voters to mark both ballots for the party.
At 16:00 on 4 Jan 2026, at Ton Sak Market near Phra Nang Klao Intersection, Nonthaburi 1 Road, Bang Kraso Subdistrict, Mueang Nonthaburi District, Ms. Rakchanok Srinok, or Ice, a party-list candidate for the People’s Party, campaigned in Nonthaburi, introducing Mr. Wutthakorn Nutayakul, candidate for Constituency 1 of the People’s Party.
While introducing the candidates, a group of fans gathered to take selfies. Suddenly, a local shopper approached Ice Rakchanok and asked, "Have you ever insulted the monarchy?" Ice responded, "What did you say?" The local replied, "Nation, religion, monarchy." Ice said, "Our nation is the people; therefore, we stand with the people." The local then asked, "What have you done in parliament for the people? We suffered from floods, yet you did not help." Ice tried to explain, but the person refused to listen and walked away. Supporters shouted to boo, but Ice raised her hand to stop them from confronting the person. No violence occurred.
During the campaign, Ice Rakchanok spoke about the People’s Party’s policies under the slogan "Thailand not gray, Thailand equal, Thailand modern." Besides tackling mobile phone scammers, they aim to fight scammers among neighbors and those inside parliament. Regarding equality, the party plans to increase welfare for young children aged 0-6 from 600 to 1,200 baht and raise elderly allowances from 600, 700, 800 baht to 1,000 baht, aiming for 1,500 baht within a year. Previously, they promised 3,000 baht but financial constraints exist. Last year, tax revenue was 100 baht with over 10 baht debt payments; now debt payments near 20 baht, reducing treasury funds by nearly 60 percent. These figures are realistic, not wishful thinking. Their investment focus is on education rather than building construction or dams.
After about an hour of introducing candidates, Ice Rakchanok and her team moved on to Manee Ya Market in Sai Ma Subdistrict, Mueang Nonthaburi District, which is Constituency 5, where Mr. Preeti Charoensilp is the candidate.
In Udonthani, Mr. Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, the People’s Party’s prime ministerial candidate, spoke at the "People of Udonthani" event alongside all 10 local candidates at the UD Town parking lot. Citizens welcomed him with bouquets and chants of "Prime Minister Teng" before a packed speech. Natthapong expressed excitement for Thailand’s impending change and mentioned receiving a letter during campaigning through Saraburi, Korat, Khon Kaen, and Udonthani. Along the way, he received continuous encouragement, with people calling the party their hope and urging him not to give up.
The letter was from a 16-year-old youth in Korat, stating: "Dear Teng, I am just a 16-year-old youth who will soon become an adult. I cannot vote in this election, but I hope the country will improve from its current state. I also hope the People’s Party will form the government. Thank you, Teng, and thank you to everyone who has fought since Future Forward, Move Forward, and the People’s Party."
Natthapong said the letter reminded him that the simplest core value of Thai politics right now is honesty. Even before discussing over 200 policies, he believes they have the best policies for the people, but the focus is on integrity first.
If Thai politics remains gray, where candidates accept gray money from big business groups and established power factions that frequently switch parties and buy MPs to negotiate prime ministerial seats, then implementing policies becomes difficult.
As long as gray politics persists, the more than 200 policies—including lowering electricity rates, which involves fighting big business interests, and progressive welfare requiring tax funding—cannot be properly implemented. Past governments exhausted treasury funds with giveaway policies. Even just the People’s Party’s two main policies cannot succeed if gray politics continues.
Therefore, the People’s Party clearly states that this election is a choice between orange and gray governments. On 8 February, will voters choose an orange government or a gray one?
The definition of a gray government is simple: parties that do not clearly declare which coalitions they will not join before voters enter the booths; parties that say "wait and see," claiming to respect the people's voice but postpone decisions until after the election. Is this what straightforward politics means?
Here is the capital of Red Shirt supporters and democracy lovers. Let’s make all of Udonthani orange so the city knows no one owns it.
Between orange and gray politics, we do not claim to be whiter or purer than others. We do not believe in divine or evil parties but in principles.
Not gray means no tolerance for gray areas. As long as those in power are involved in gray practices, decisive action is needed. It is not enough for a former prime minister to say to the media he called for someone involved in gray matters to resign while another cabinet member remains unfazed and admits to being close to someone linked to an international money laundering case. We do not accuse anyone unfairly; following the news reveals the truth.
For the next election, as long as politics is not straightforward, we worry people will cluster around groups that bring back gray politics. Before achieving good welfare and economic well-being, gray politics must be removed first. Our over 200 policies are real and actionable, covering agriculture and tourism development. Udonthani has a complete range of natural, faith-based, and historical tourism.
When we say Thailand is a tourism country, 70 baht of every 100 baht of tourism income is concentrated in five main cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Chonburi, and Pattaya. The rest is in other cities. We will upgrade secondary cities’ tourism and provide subsidies to tourists to stimulate travel.
Regarding land issues, the largest landowners, comprising 1% of the country, hold 99% of land value. Many people face difficulties securing land rights. Therefore, we have a land reform policy. Developed countries like Japan and South Korea have high agricultural incomes because they implemented land reforms earlier.
Over 70% of Udonthani’s population engages in agriculture. Our policies on agriculture and tourism directly address the needs of Udonthani residents. On 11 January, please follow the launch of the People’s Party’s management team. Some members have been revealed, and more will be introduced individually. Besides good policies, see what our professional management team looks like on "The Professionals."
One thing ingrained in my mind is the political work style from Future Forward, Move Forward, to the People’s Party. When I first ran for MP in 2019, Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit came to Khon Kaen to meet supporters. What he and other leaders couldn’t do was to visit supporters in every province nationwide.
Everyone can be our voice. You don’t have to ask me, the candidates, or former leaders. Everyone can say we have orange, no gray, and democracy. They can confront IOs for us. This is one method of working since Future Forward.
Natthapong continued that their membership grows daily. What moved him most was when he asked Thanathorn how to do good politics and campaign effectively. Thanathorn said, "Don’t stay in air-conditioned rooms; go to the field." He remembered this and acted on it.
Good politicians must be humble, bow to the people, stand firm against dictatorship, work in the field daily, confront injustices, be the people's voice, be honest, and work for the public good—not personal gain.
On 8 February, Udonthani residents are urged to vote for the People’s Party on both ballots, sending all 10 local candidates to parliament to work for the people.
