The Democrat Party is preparing to select MP candidates, but so far with little interest. Abhisit Vejjajiva launched the “You Can Be a Good MP, Season 2” program, denying any political signaling and advising to watch the upcoming government no-confidence debate carefully.
At 10:30 a.m. on 13 Nov 2026 GMT+7. Abhisit Vejjajiva, a party-list Member of Parliament and leader of the Democrat Party. He announced the launch of the “You Can Be a Good MP… You Can Be One, Season 2” program, saying that since this party leadership took office, the public should have recognized the party's stance in this era. Therefore, they are inviting citizens interested in politics to join in promoting honest political approaches. They previously launched the 'You Can Be a Good MP' program, and this year is the second season with a format aimed at full political development. The party is accepting applications from today for one month. Interested applicants who pass qualifications screening will receive online information about the party's history and basics of democracy related to politics.
Abhisit added that those who complete the online training will undergo an assessment to test their thorough understanding of the material. Then, in early next year (2027), there will be a training course with instructors providing deeper insights into the party’s history, policies, past achievements, and experts covering key issues beneficial for political work, including economics, technology, society, education, geopolitics, and more.
“Afterward, the final step involves field visits and practical work to prepare participants, especially those interested in running for constituency MP seats. This process develops political personnel, and many participants will have the opportunity to be selected by the party as candidates for the next election. I want to invite all citizens who wish to enter politics and become good representatives to join this program to prepare with knowledge, experience, and practical work. We believe this approach strengthens not only the Democrat Party but also honest politics in elections and democracy going forward.”
Meanwhile, Satit Wongnongtoey, party-list MP and deputy leader of the Democrat Party, added that this program is a new version combined with political education. Interested individuals aged 18 and over can visitwww.democrat.or.thfrom today until 15 Dec 2026 to study online. After completing the course, participants will have homework including a test and a short self-introduction video. Course committee members will select suitable candidates to join the next phase, a political classroom lasting about 12 weeks. Afterward, there will be practical training alongside constituency MPs and legislative work in parliament. Graduates will receive certificates. This course aims to prepare party personnel to become good MPs in the future.
When asked if this program signals any political moves, Abhisit said it is better to watch the government’s no-confidence debate first or see if anyone else detects political signals. He believes political parties should always be prepared in parliament. The program starts now partly because quality political personnel need to accumulate knowledge and experience. Currently, it is acknowledged that contesting elections honestly is challenging; those who commit to honest politics must be prepared, knowledgeable, experienced, and able to work closely with the public early on.
