Princess Vacharawal Poll Indicates Growing Support for 'Anutin and Thammanat' as Prime Minister Candidates
The Princess Vacharawal Institute conducted its second poll between January 16-19, 2024, surveying 2,000 citizens aged 18 and above nationwide. The survey explored potential prime ministerial candidates and attitudes toward the constitutional referendum.
Key findings include:
- The percentage of those unsure about a suitable candidate dropped from 26.2% to 23.4%
- Notable changes in candidate support:
* Anutin Charnvirakul (Bhumjaithai Party): Increased from 16.9% to 18.9%
* Thammanat Prompao (Kla Party): Rose from 1.9% to 4.6%
Motivation for voting primarily centered on desiring change, with 52.6% citing a wish to see new developments. The referendum showed overall support, with 53% in favor, 23.4% against, and 23.6% undecided.
Generational breakdown of referendum support reveals interesting trends:
- Gen Z: 58.8% in favor
- Gen Y: 56.7% in favor
- Gen X: 52.8% in favor
- Baby Boomers: 46% in favor
The poll suggests younger generations are more supportive of changes, with support decreasing as age increases.