"Teng" campaigns at Lamphun Chatuchak Market where fans bring a surprise cake before he tries his luck with a large set of lottery tickets. He is confident about securing both Lamphun districts, admitting he lacks "Pita's" charm but has a lovable side, asking the Orange Party for a chance to bring change. Tags: [Politics, Election Campaign, Lamphun, People's Party, Lottery]
On 23 January 2026, Mr. Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party and prime ministerial candidate, visited Lamphun Chatuchak Market to meet vendors and assist Mr. Witwisit Pansuanpluk, People's Party candidate for Lamphun MP, in campaigning. At one point, supporters from Chiang Mai presented a two-tier vanilla cake with a blue top layer and orange bottom layer, inscribed with the message "Believe in the People, We Are Serious," decorated with a photo of Mr. Natthapong and the number 46.Tags: [Politics, Campaign, Lamphun, People's Party, Supporters]
The cake was brought by fans from Chiang Mai who have followed since the Future Forward Party era. The fan group sang "Happy Birthday" to Mr. Natthapong, who responded, "Thank you very much, several months in advance." Mr. Witwisit then joked, "He’s going to celebrate the new prime minister," prompting laughter from Mr. Natthapong. Afterwards, he cut the cake for his supporters.Tags: [Politics, Campaign, Supporters, Future Forward Party, Celebration]
Mr. Natthapong also visited a lottery stand and purchased two sets of lottery tickets, five tickets per set, with a prize of 30 million baht. The first set had the number 130246, and the second 776501. He registered through the Pay Lamphun app to accumulate points redeemable for rewards or discounts at participating stores, a project of the Lamphun Provincial Administrative Organization.Tags: [Politics, Lottery, Local Projects, Lamphun, Pay Lamphun]
Mr. Natthapong said he wants Lamphun to be a model for the People's Party because it sets an example for people nationwide, with the highest voter turnout in over ten elections. The People's Party aims to establish the Orange Party’s presence in both horizontal and vertical levels. Having already won the Lamphun Provincial Administrative Organization election, they hope to succeed in the national election. They currently lack a district MP for district 2, so he is determined to communicate with Lamphun people, aiming to secure as many district MPs as possible to create real change.Tags: [Politics, Election Strategy, Lamphun, People's Party, Voter Turnout]
Asked if winning seats in Lamphun's PAO will make winning elections easier, Mr. Natthapong said it provides tangible results. Earlier, while buying lottery tickets, he joined the Pay Lamphun project, allowing visitors to convert receipts into tokens for rewards or discounts, a local initiative. If the People's Party government comes to power and has no conflicts of interest with energy conglomerates, it will promote projects like lottery receipt schemes in Lamphun to boost spending and token accumulation. Other projects include promoting longan industry laws supported by the previous parliament, developing health promotion hospitals, providing school transport to cover all areas, and offering wildfire firefighting courses for students. He believes that having the Lamphun PAO in charge shows that even with limited budgets, concrete results and improved quality of life are achievable.Tags: [Politics, Local Development, Lamphun, People's Party, Community Projects]
Regarding pressure if he does not win, Mr. Natthapong said he feels confident, having talked with candidates and being over 100% sure. Their challenge is to secure district 2 as an Orange Party stronghold. For the other district, they remain confident, never underestimating any area. He believes the public does not own any single candidate; their duty is to present the best policies and candidates to everyone.Tags: [Politics, Election Confidence, People's Party, Lamphun]
"Teng" appeals to Lampang residents, admitting he lacks "Pita's" charm but has a lovable side.Tags: [Politics, Election Campaign, Lampang, People's Party]
In Lampang province, Mr. Natthapong, accompanied by Mr. Chonthanee Chueanoi, People's Party candidate for district 3 MP, met residents at the multipurpose yard of Ban Pa Kluay Temple, Pong Saen Thong Subdistrict, Mueang District. During the speech, Chonthanee’s parents attended as well. Meanwhile, reports indicate that local politics obstructed public attendance at today's People's Party mini rally.Tags: [Politics, Campaign, Lampang, People's Party, Local Opposition]
Mr. Natthapong revealed that Ms. Tasanee Buranupakorn, the party-list candidate, reported visiting district 4 of Mr. Bond Suriya yesterday and told members that they are not afraid of political lawsuits or disqualifications because all candidates are ordinary people entering politics. Looking around, they have party colleagues who never made them feel that past disqualifications of Thanathorn, Pita, and Natthapong would stop their movement for change. Everyone knows such events are unwanted but come to support and energize each other. He urged not to think about whether the election will produce a government or not because after voting, cases will be brought to harass them repeatedly, cutting off leaders. Their movement grows stronger daily; as long as they hope and believe in each other, they will vote for change every time. No one will break or harm them.Tags: [Politics, Legal Challenges, People's Party, Election, Resilience]
He explained the phrase "vote for change" stems from his experience as a Future Forward Party candidate where few knew him despite extensive canvassing that led to a 10-kilogram weight loss. Most people voted for Future Forward because they wanted to create change, breaking all previous limitations. Many predicted low MP seats but it succeeded. Similarly, Move Forward Party campaigned for change and became the top party; this time, some say even coming first won’t form a government due to cases against 44 MPs. He urged everyone to dismiss such doubts so they can form a government.Tags: [Politics, Election, People's Party, Change, Public Support]
"Though I am a third-generation leader, I have a different personality. Some say Teng lacks the charisma of Tim. I admit in some ways I’m less charming than Tim, but is this leader lovable? Yes, in some ways even more lovable than Tim," said Mr. Natthapong.Tags: [Politics, Leadership, Personality, People's Party]
Mr. Natthapong explained the People's Party inverted triangle logo. Society has traditionally been poor at the bottom of the triangle, with a minority at the top—wealthy people, politicians, and those in power—who have neglected the broad base. A vertical line divided society into left and right to facilitate control. Since Future Forward, they have rethought this, believing supreme power belongs to the people. They reversed the triangle, placing the people at the top and those with power at the bottom to serve them, changing the division from vertical to horizontal—putting the interests of the 99% majority above the minority.Tags: [Politics, Symbolism, People's Party, Social Structure]
Most of the People's Party policies, such as reducing electricity costs, reflect the division between the 1% and 99%. People benefit if the government dares to confront the energy sector. If the government is free from conflicts of interest with energy capitalists and prioritizes the majority’s interests, it can renegotiate power plant concession contracts to reduce electricity rates by 0.25 baht per unit.Tags: [Politics, Energy Policy, People's Party, Economic Reform]
Other policies include abolishing compulsory military conscription, replacing it with voluntary service for those who want to serve wholeheartedly. Those unwilling to serve can contribute to society by caring for the elderly and families. Regarding corruption oversight, crane collapses continue with no accountability at the Office of the Auditor General. Recently, Social Security Fund money meant for monthly contributions was spent on a canteen, a calendar, and overpriced building purchases. The People's Party plans to redirect budgets to serve the majority and reduce bureaucratic control.Tags: [Politics, Military Policy, Anti-Corruption, People's Party]
These approaches differ from typical party practices. With 200 policies, the People's Party guarantees focusing on the majority's benefits. They assure their rise to power is based on majority votes. This is why ordinary people become politicians with them, and all members must be free from conflicts of interest with capitalists and elites—a firm stance since the Future Forward Party.Tags: [Politics, Party Policy, People's Party, Ethics]
He urged that the 8 February election is a historic moment for Lampang people to make another change. In the 2023 election, Lampang was exemplary, toppling over half of the entrenched powers in three of four districts. This time, he calls to hold the area firmly and increase party-list votes, spreading the word province-wide, asking if the People's Party can win all four districts.Tags: [Politics, Election, Lampang, People's Party, Historic Moment]
Mr. Natthapong concluded by asking everyone to believe in change and to elect a People's Party government together. He asked voters not to split their votes, promising that if Lampang gives all four districts to them and the People's Party forms the government, they will remain loyal to the people and work diligently. Once in power, they are ready to confront anyone prioritizing minority interests and will do everything to ensure the majority benefits. This is the pledge from the party leader and future prime minister if Lampang entrusts them.Tags: [Politics, Election Appeal, People's Party, Lampang]
"Kung Tasanee" speaks Northern dialect to appeal for votes, asking for a crushing win for the Orange Party.Tags: [Politics, Election Campaign, People's Party, Northern Thailand]
Ms. Tasanee said this time voters must not split their votes but decide to make Mr. Natthapong the people's prime minister. She stressed the need for this because if change cannot happen now, the same old faces will remain.Tags: [Politics, Election Appeal, People's Party]
She asked directly, "Who in the current government has more money in their pocket? Do you have more money? Do you want to change? Under the current government, education is good with free schooling, healthcare is good, but when my mother goes to the hospital, does she find a doctor? None at all. Should we change yet? At least our generation must change things for our children."Tags: [Politics, Social Issues, People's Party, Healthcare, Education]
Ms. Tasanee continued that change does not come from silence; silence never leads to change. Change comes from all of us joining hands. Therefore, we must work together to change. If we are not brave enough to change, the country and government will remain the same.Tags: [Politics, Social Change, People's Party]
She asked, "The current government, who has been in power all this time? The same old party, right? What have they achieved? Therefore, only the People's Party remains as we have never had the chance to govern since 2019. Do you remember? Both Pheu Thai and Future Forward voted for Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit as prime minister candidate but did not get a prime minister. In 2023, we voted for Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister, but Pheu Thai still became the government."Tags: [Politics, Election History, People's Party]
Ms. Tasanee stated they want Thanathorn as prime minister but got General Prayut Chan-o-cha; they want Pita as prime minister but got Pheu Thai. Now that senators no longer vote for prime minister, she urged voters to choose the People's Party.Tags: [Politics, Prime Minister Election, People's Party]
She said, "Mother, choose carefully; you cannot split your vote. We sing a song called 'You Can't Split Your Heart.' I want to sing for you but can't—my voice is very good. So choose Mr. Pure (Mr. Chonthanee) and Mr. Teng. Mother, the power of this constitution means that although in 2026 senators cannot vote for prime minister, they can still establish independent agencies. Remember the crane collapse? The Myanmar earthquake caused no damage, but a 33-story building in Thailand collapsed with fatalities. Corruption is no longer just numbers or paperwork; people have died. Do we have children working in Bangkok? Do we worry about them? We must pray whether crossing Rama II Road they will survive or if the road will collapse. Therefore, if we can create a new constitution for the people, we can remove independent agencies that claim to oversee but where corruption is worst, as proven by the building and crane collapses with casualties. We really need a referendum to draft a new constitution most for the people. If we don’t fight now, we will remain trapped and imprisoned like this. Are we willing to accept that?"Tags: [Politics, Constitutional Reform, Corruption, People's Party, Public Safety]