A lot had advised me to refrain from posting politics on my page for worries that it may give me some “bad image.” I really appreciate the concern, but my conviction is stronger than my worries – that I care less about whatever ‘bad image’ this may bring me anymore. I would be more at peace if I could share a few thoughts on how I came up with my choice of president, using my platform.
They say, “Kahit sinong presidente pa ang maupo, nakasalalay naman sa ‘yo ang pag-asenso mo.” While this is so true, this also sounds like an excuse for just being ‘cool’ even if the best candidate won’t get the seat. It’s more like a careless whisper, rather than being a good sport.
I am not a ‘fanatic’, but I admire Leni Robredo because of her…
- – Good track record on governance
- – Tireless disaster & COVID-19 response amidst criticism
- – Action-oriented service
- – Highest audit rating for 3 years (for her office)
- – ISO-certification for quality management, says a lot about her leadership
- – Pro-livelihood programs from the ground up
- – Modest lifestyle, very relatable to most Filipinos
- – Family-centric values
Just some of the reasons why she is my MVP.
There’s a ton of information already on VP Leni’s winning credentials. Yet people will always have something to say about such data and unblemished track records. Fake news try to invalidate them. So when information becomes overwhelming and you’re struggling to figure out what’s real and what’s not, just go back to your values.
Your values are your non-negotiable. And that’s the best gauge when discerning who to vote for.
Why values?
If you are still thinking about who to vote for, I’d like to encourage you to choose a candidate aligned with your values. Simply choose SOMEONE LIKE YOU. If you are honest, considerate, empathetic, or strategic, then choose the one whose track record aligns with these values. Now, if you hate poor public service, corruption, arrogance, apathy, excessive lifestyle… what reasons would you have in choosing a candidate who has evidence of doing such things (or has been involved with such)?
With VP Leni, I am choosing a leader that presents more benefits than risks. I want to see a role model up there; to finally see a Philippine president become a global benchmark for the right reasons. Someone who talks with substance (albeit being criticized); someone who has proven she can walk the talk.
The Philippine Constitution says that the president should be:
- – Maka-Diyos (God-fearing)
- – Makatao (humane)
- – Makabansa (nationalistic)
- – Makakalikasan (pro-environment)
For me, VP Leni rightly embodies those points. That’s why she is my MVP – Most ‘Values-driven’ President – who I believe can lead the way so Filipinos can also lead their own ways.
Some of you may have picked another candidate already, but if you have not considered pondering about these things yet, please re-think your vote. Intentionally pray for it. Take it from your values within.
Yes, I believe in pink. Of all the color choices right now, pink gives me a better hope for the country. Leni Robredo is the leader that the country needs today.
Let’s win it for the Philippines. Ipanalo na10 ‘to!
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