Bangkok: Traisulee Traisaranakul, executive director of the Bhumjaithai Party, has urged Pheu Thai candidates to abandon the use of “cobra” rhetoric in their campaigns. She advocated for a focus on real-world issues, comparing the act of switching political parties to changing jobs, as highlighted by Paethongtarn Shinawatra. Traisulee also announced that Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Sisaket on September 21 to promote constructive politics.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Traisulee addressed the use of “cobra” rhetoric by a Pheu Thai Party candidate in Constituency 5, Si Sa Ket Province, describing it as an outdated political tactic. She criticized the approach for failing to address the real issues faced by local people, emphasizing that voters need politicians who can provide solutions rather than rhetoric.

Ms. Traisulee stated that the Bhumjaithai Party prioritizes a people-centered approach. She highlighted the party leader Anutin Charnvirakul’s frequent visits to Si Sa Ket and border areas, especially during the Thai-Cambodian crisis, where he engaged with locals at evacuation centers. She emphasized that the party remains committed to supporting the people beyond election periods. Anutin’s upcoming visit to Si Sa Ket aims to reinforce this commitment.

Addressing comments by Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, who compared switching parties to switching jobs, Traisulee pointed out that this perspective is acknowledged even by Pheu Thai leaders as a normal political practice. However, she criticized local candidates for using “cobra” rhetoric to attack opponents, which she argued contradicts their party’s stance. She called on Pheu Thai candidates to consider their party leader’s public statements.

Ms. Traisulee urged voters in Sisaket, Khun Han, and Phusing to choose between politics focused on attacking opposition and politics that prioritize constructive action. She assured that the Bhumjaithai Party is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all citizens.

The Bhumjaithai Party views the September 28 by-election as a key moment for voters to opt for progressive, constructive politics over rhetoric-laden politics lacking legitimacy.

Lastly, Ms. Traisulee accused Pheu Thai candidates of harboring resentment over their MPs’ failure to support the party’s prime ministerial candidate. She urged them to reflect on their inability to address border issues, which she claimed have been mismanaged, causing hardship for people in border regions.