The United States Embassy in Bangkok hosted an election watch. Originally I had volunteered for the event in hopes of watching the results as they rolled in. After attending a briefing on how the event was planned I felt a little overwhelmed. There were thousands of Thai's invited to attend.
The majority of the people in attendance were students. I had a great time interacting with the students helping them find out about democracy and American History. The students seemed eager to learn, or at least get the right answers, as they received a prize after completing a scavenger hunt.Special events included Voice of America live interaction with the United States, Voting in a mock election, live interviews, CNN/ CNBC broadcast live.
Special aperances were made by Prime Minister Somchai Wongswat he spoke shortly after CNN declared Obama our new President. Later the Mayor of Bangkok attended. Here he is with Ambasador John and his wife Sofia.
Obama and Mc Cain also showed up, they were both a bit stiff, especially since they were made of cardboard.
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