Nattakarn Chomphuthep, 33, the son of wellknown Lamphun politician Saman or “Nan La”, will contest a seat in the northern town in the December 23 election.

Nattakarn said he had to rely on his father’s support base for the chance to become a member of the House of Representatives.
Familiar with politics since he was young, Nattakarn became deputy president of Lamphun Provincial Administration Organisation (PAO) two years ago. However, he’s a newcomer to national elections.

“I admit that the party decided to field me in the election due to my father. But I have had experience in elections since I was young, helping my father to campaign. It has paid dividends for me,” he said.
Nattakarn said his work as deputy president of Lamphun PAO had been well received by local people and proved he could solve problems in the province.

He said he would run for the Democrat Party because of its strong political ideology and honest image.

“My father’s image might help me, but if I don’t offer hope to people, they may not choose me,” he said.

Despite being a newcomer, he was determined to work hard for Lamphun. Whether he will become an MP, depends on people in Lamphun.

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Biodata
Nattakarn Chomphuthep
Age: 33
Education: Master’s degree in Urban Design and Development, Australia
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Chulalongkorn University