We Are the Best! Yossanan Answers Ubon Students' Questions About Local Isan Identity

On February 3rd, Yossanan Wongswasdi, a Pheu Thai Party prime ministerial candidate, visited Ubon Ratchathani and met with Gen Z youth, including university students. During the conversation, student representatives raised intense questions about structural issues and social attitudes, asking why Isan people are often marginalized and seeking equality with other Thai regions. Yossanan responded by emphasizing pride in local identity, stating, 'Isan people don't need to change themselves to be like anyone else. We can't be Bangkok 2, but our identity is already awesome. Speak Isan if you want, no problem. We must make people stand on their own feet here, focusing on knowledge, public health, and transportation. If these three things are ready, new opportunities will come. We'll show the world how great this region is.'