Penetrating the Bangkok election field

Any governor who likes the people of the city

Thai Rath Edition

22 Apr 2022 07:01 a.m.

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the wait is over

"The election battle for the Bangkok governor-Sor Kor" has reached halfway since the lottery numbers were drawn.

The entire metropolis was filled with campaign banners.

"31 nominees for governor and 382 Sor Kor. 50 districts, 382 people" marched on the campaign

“Choose the policy – ​​show the vision” to develop to solve the problems of the city people.

to call for votes from

"Over 4 million voters in 50 districts"

who will walk into the booth on May 22, who want two ballots, one to choose a candidate for the Bangkok governor in Duangjai 1. number and another candidate selection sheet

The SEC who will act as a representative of the district can get 1 number.

This makes Bangkok full of colorful atmosphere.

"The election campaign for the city's governor, the new Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Sor Kor"

, which represents democracy, has returned to bustling again.

Since the last election campaign in 2013, it has been frozen for more than nine years with the Head of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) Order 64/2016.

This has resulted in

"the people of Bangkok being highly alert to elect their own governor,"

especially the younger generation aged 18-27 who have the first vote since the last election of the year. 2013, about 6-7 hundred thousand people, which is an important variable group

"Measures the turning point of the Bangkok governor's election"

was released to turn the page of history this time.

reflect the opinions through

"Ban Somdet Poll"

who wants the new governor to be honest

Transparency in solving corruption problems

come to work to help improve the quality of life of the city people

Level up to solve problems such as livelihood, education, public health and recurring problems such as flooding, traffic jams, dust and various environments.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Singha

Singkajon, chairman of Ban Somdet Poll, sees that now each candidate has heavily accelerated their campaign strategy.

because with very little time left

I won't be able to campaign in time for all Bangkok 50 districts

According to the opinion poll of Bangkok people on the election of governor.

This Bangkok has noted that

The “communication style”

has changed quite clearly.

“Many candidates” are

increasingly turning to social media as a campaign tool.

Then have a plan to choose to reach their own target audience.

Makes it easier to communicate directly to supporters.

The

“campaign”

section has also changed from the past as well.

Cause in the past

Campaign banners

are often criticized for a number of problems, such as obscuring drivers' eyesight.

because the sign is large

affecting the general public waiting for the bus

causing many candidates to make their campaign labels smaller

look cleaner

The next change is

"The age range of each applicant's support is clearer"

such as the support group

"Chachat Sitthiphan"

, independent applicants.

It is a new generation aged 18-40 years old. There are always new people involved in many activities.

but must compete with

"Wirot Lakkhana-Adisorn"

, a forward-thinking party candidate who is also beloved by the new generation.

Next was

Pol. Gen. Asawin Kwanmuang

, an independent candidate.

Former Governor degree

There is also a supporter aged 40 years and over

, Suchachwee Suwansawat.

Signed in the name of the Democratic Party (PDP) with the old vote base of

NACC according to the community in Bangkok

Likewise,

"Sakolthee Phatthiyakul"

resigned from the deputy governor.

BMA came to apply for independent candidates, with a vote base from the new generation - the Democratic Party.

"Rosana Tositrakul"

applied for the name of an independent, having an old voice base that used to run for Bangkok governor.

If you look back

, “over 4 million voters for the Bangkok governor”

in the age group of 18-40, there are 39 percent, often having a political party or a candidate for governor.

Bangkok in mind

It is not often that the score will be split among the younger candidates.

Like the age group 51+, 36% already have a clear representation of this group.

It is unlikely to look for another candidate.

interesting thing

"The election of the governor

Bangkok has been frozen for nine years,"

giving rise to about 700,000 young people aged 18-27 who have the right to first vote, or 15%, who are quite eager to go out and vote. Bangkok

Then often the group receives news through many online channels.

Makes a tendency to believe in social trends through various social channels, so if applicants can communicate clearly to the point

"Show vision and raise policy"

Like it, get more or less votes from this group.

"If you analyze

Since each applicant has a base of supporters belonging to

myself already

If you can dominate two age groups, you have a higher chance of winning this election. Therefore, the first vote will be an important factor in determining a candidate for governor.

Anyone who will win the victory of Bangkok will become the new Bangkok governor on May 22, you know.”

Asst. Prof. Dr. Singh said.

for this reason

"Many candidates for the gubernatorial elections signed in independent names"

because if you look at the poll results, which are the deciding factor for political party groups, 35.2 percent decide on 32.5% of candidates and 32.3% of Bangkok's development policy means that

“Independent applicants with good development policy”

also have a high chance of getting popular votes.

Of course,

“the candidate has a political party to support it.

and plus a good policy”

is often an advantage.

with the election of the governor

Bangkok has a relatively wide area, and

the "applicants"

can meet in all 50 districts is almost impossible, making it necessary to communicate through the media of the person who is the applicant.

Sor Kor. Each area helps.

the original cost from political party supporters

Like a true fan, ready to vote for the candidates for the governor of Bangkok - Sor Kor. as well

"Disadvantages of applying on behalf of the party"

if the political party affiliated with it has errors.

It always affects the candidates for the Bangkok governor as well.

The next question asked,

"People in Bangkok would like the candidates for governor to have a policy to focus on"

the top priority "

in terms of education and quality of life"

because Bangkok .

It is a large city that is the center of the country's economy that comes with congestion.

"Bangkok people need a better quality of life" Therefore, this promotion policy will answer immediately.

Next is

"Art and Culture

And the development of the city"

on this matter, applicants must understand how

"Bangkok people"

have to develop the city, then

"cleanliness and the environment"

are also important.

"Bangkok"

has the highest amount of waste per day in the country.

“Waste management policy”

connects urban development for people to have a better quality of life, helping to stand out in the campaign.

Especially in the past few years,

"Bangkok people face the outbreak of COVID-19"

causing economic problems.

The layoffs, the lack of income,

“some families”

were so affected that the problem could not be dealt with.

"Economic policy

and career promotion”

will help generate income for people who have more sustainable employment.

But

"the policy to solve traffic problems

and public transport

, which is a problem that city people have to face with accumulated traffic jams for many years.

"Bangkok people"

are beginning to understand the solution.

mass transportation

And traffic is

"not all the power of Bangkok",

so if there is

"any governor" can

raise a policy to solve this problem, they often do not believe it.

In fact,

"what Bangkok residents want to urgently solve"

include corruption management 33.3%, solid waste management 12.8%, law violations 10.6%, life and property safety 10.1%, wastewater management. 9.7 Problems obstructing the pavement 6.9 percent, 5.6 percent managing floods

In line with

the “requirements for governor qualifications”

that require honesty, transparency, 29.6%, diligence and dedication, 20.1%, perform concrete tasks, 14.3% comply with the announced policies, 13.9% are able to solve problems quickly. 8.4 percent because Bangkokians would like to see a change after at least one year in office

Finally, voters should go out and exercise their rights.

"Choose someone who has the ability to perform the duties of the Bangkok governor and the Sor. Kor. Oversee the administration of the Bangkok public."

If necessary, they cannot exercise their rights, they should notify

Election Commission on the specified date

Otherwise there may be legal penalties.

Even without jail time, many rights were disqualified...

Therefore, on May 22, 2022...“Let the people of Bangkok” go out and exercise their right to vote for the governor.

Bangkok and MPs very much.

Every vote counts.

Enter the booths of people who love people who like them as they have been looking forward to for more than 9 years.

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