Election 2016: How I see them - Vice Presidentiables

Apologies for the delay of this post, even though I am unsure if there are those who are waiting for this.

First of all, I want to thank those who have read my previous post, still about the upcoming national election for 2016. If you haven't read it yet, you can click here. If you don't care about that post, it's fine as well. If you just happened to stumble upon this post and wanted to continue without being bothered, then, feel free to do so. I am from the Philippines and dig democracy. Plus, it's a way to exercise your rights, so go ahead and continue.

Before I proceed to the main topic, a bit of disclaimer I guess.

As the previous post states, the words, and everything on this post are purely personal opinion. I was manipulated by no one nor am I being forced by anyone. And definitely was not paid by anyone to post this. The things that will be included here will be based on the things I've heard, watched and read through various media. May it be through the mainstream media or social media about each candidates. Now, if you are expecting another post for those aspiring to be senators, I must stop you right now as that will never come. Due to the mere fact that there are so many of them. So, I'd rather just do up 'till this point. Once more, this is on a personal opinion level, I believe we are all entitled to that right one way or the other. Some of those purist may find this post biased, but I couldn't care any lesser. If you have the rights to shout your ideas out, I have the right to put them on public as well, and I will exercise those rights given that no one will be hurt in me doing so.

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So just like the post about those aspiring to be the President of this country called Philippines, I will be doing this on a numbered format. And, here goes.

1. Alan Peter Cayetano - One of the most silent contenders for Vice Presidency. He tried his best to convince the Presidential candidate Mayor Rodrigo Duterte to run as his mate with him being the wing man, the Vice President. The man succeeded and convinced the Mayor to run for office. This man, as far as I know has one of the cleanest track record not only in this election, but ever since he assumed office as a public servant as well. Maybe it's due to the fact that he doesn't want to destroy the legacy of his late father, Rene/Renato Cayetano. This man is the brother of another senator, Pia Cayetano and the director Lito Cayetano. This man has defended and acted as the shield of the Mayor from the first day of campaign, to the debates, and even as the mud slinging of the candidates are on-going. I don't really have anything much to say against or in favor of the guy as he hasn't really made that much of a public appearance while the campaign period except for ads with the Mayor here and there, I am unsure if I will vote for him myself.

2. Francis "Chiz" Escudero - The other half of Heart. A prominent bachelor as he is part of the Escudero clan. He's also one of the top bets when he campaigned for senate. A mild mannered man, or so that's what the media is letting us see. But whether that is true or not, maybe it'll be better to ask his family. The running mate of Grace Poe. Personally, I am a fan of how this man talks or reasons out. As he is mild mannered, he can express himself clearly during debates. He can also point out things that his fellow senators miss. Though there are criticisms that the way he talks is too robotic, this man handled it better than anyone may have. Having children and being newly wed to a celebrity wife, I cannot even start to imagine how is he able to compose himself while campaigning for office.

3. Gregorio Honasan - A retired army/military man and is now serving the country as a senator. The running mate of Jejomar Binay. He was one of the mutineers back when martial law was still in effect. He also led several coup attempts when Cory Aquino was the president. Being a vice presidential candidate, you would expect to have at least a political ad in a day, but so far, I haven't seen any political ad of this man on the television nor heard any on radio. Plus, since he supported the late Fernando Poe Jr.'s bet for presidency back in 2004, it's a bit of a surprise that instead of supporting "The King's" daughter, he chose to support Binay as his Vice President. May it be a personal choice or the choice of the party he is in, only the man can attest.

4. Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. - The son of the former President Marcos, a dictator who brought terror throughout the Philippines by ordering a Martial Law or Batas Militar that have kept him in power for more than a decade, it's actually understandable that those who have experienced it will be against him. There are even movements to not let any single Marcos step into power once more. The tragedy of Martial Law still echoes to this day. Thanks to those who have experienced it and lived to tell the tale. His family is one of the most controversial in the country. And of course, being left out of that controversy is out of the question. From ill-gotten wealth, which hasn't been proven anyway, to reinforcing Martial Law once more, there are those who so fear the man that they would go and fling anything just to be sure that his dream will be crushed. As I have said, many political controversy has this man's name included, though there hasn't been any proven to be true, that will not stop his critics. Personally, I like the man. Though his father has done something unforgivable to those who have experienced it, I don't think that the younger Marcos is to blame for those. Maybe, just maybe, he's a victim as well. Since for him, being a Marcos might just be the curse he is born with.

5. Leni Robredo - Widow to the late Secretary Jesse Robredo. A human rights lawyer and a mother to three daughters. Among the aspiring vice presidentiables, this lady is the newest. She has only served a term as a representative of Camarines Sur for 3 years before campaigning for office. Was caught using the Congress' back door to escape the eyes of those waiting for her during a red carpet event. Honored her husband by continuing the "Tsinelas Leadership" when she stepped in the political world. She's the running mate of Mar Roxas, the standard bearer for the Liberal Party. Though she is a newbie in the political world, this didn't stop her to make a mark. From this list of aspiring Vice Presidents, she has the cleanest track record that I know. Maybe because she is a newbie. But if I were to be able to speak to her and be frank, I'll tell her to not rush things. If she ran for a second and third term as a representative, then as a senator, she will definitely get the edge and the opportunity to help her people more rather than going for the Vice President's office right away. But since she already aimed this high, might as well go for it. And just to voice out my opinion bluntly, she's my bet for this position.

6. Antonio Trillanes IV - An independent candidate. A former mutineer. A former military man and a Senator. Called by his critics as the administration's attack dog due to him being constantly on the throat of the Presidential candidate Mayor Duterte. Might be famous for leading the Oakwood Mutiny where he and his fellow soldiers took over Oakwood hotel in Makati to protest the rampant corruption in the country. This earned him more than 7 years of jail time. He ran for senate as an independent while still being detained for his coup case. But the bars didn't stop his charisma. He was able to win as a senator while serving his time behind them. He ran for another term and once again won the bet. I wouldn't really dismiss the fact that he might be attacking candidates not allied to the administration. But just like so, won't dismiss that his allegations might be true. Either way, there's due process to prove this. He's the lowest in the surveys but hasn't stopped him from campaigning from office. Maybe he really does have a dream of being the second most powerful man in the country. And maybe, his conviction for a reform in the  government is just that great.

So, that's it. I think I've covered what I've promised. Again, I've written this post based on my personal opinion and does in no way represent anyone but me. This might hurt the feelings of some fanatics, but, who cares, definitely not me.

And once more, I don't have any intention to deface, defame or plagiarize anyone. This post is not meant to manipulate your opinion on who to vote for in the upcoming elections and is only posting by my opinion, how I see them and how I wanted to express these things.

Thank you for reading!

Election 2016: How I see them - Presidentiables

With the national election fast approaching, I think it's only fair that I voice out my opinions for those running for Presidential and Vice Presidential positions of our country.

But before that, I would like to inform everyone who will be reading this that every word that I will put into this post is solely on a personal opinion level. I was manipulated by no one nor am I being forced by anyone. And definitely was not paid by anyone to post this. I will base this post on the things known to me through social media posts, newscasts and other things I've read about each of the candidates. And again, this is on a personal opinion level, I believe we are all entitled to that right one way or the other. Also some may find this post biased, so if you're one of those onion skinned fanatic, better go back to your timeline and continue on wih your life rather than wasting your time reading my post. As I have said, I will be doing this basing on my "personal" opinion. If ever you need proof of the things I will be mentioning here, you can go search it on google or any site you use to search for porn or educational materials. So without further ado, let's start.

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PRESIDENTIAL:

1. Jejomar Binay - The man they call "Nognog" and "Pandak". He claims to have made the lives of the people of Makati better. He also claims that he was the one who put Makati to where it is right now. Basically, he is claiming that he is the savior of Makati. I won't deny the fact that Makati has been better while he was the one who is running it as it's Mayor. But, taking credit for everything is a bit too much. And while the people "might" have choaen their family to lead them, being too arrogant is never the right way to be a public servant. Plus, with all the controversies being thrown at him and his family about the money spent on a building, I'm not even considering him as an option.

2. Rodrigo Duterte - The iron fisted mayor of Davao. The one the country needs for a change, or at least that's what his fanatic is saying. The man claimed that he was the one who forced telcos to enforce Davao 911, made Davao city a safer place, and killed criminals through heated and armed encounters. Many of the posts are pertaining to this man as some kind of a messiah that might help change the Philippines. And he's even saying that he can supress crime within 3-6 months of his term, should he ever be the next President. My thoughts, if one cannot change for himself, how come a stranger can do it for you. Maybe, another iron fisted President is what this country needs, but that doesn't justify the things that he's currently doing. I'm not against cussing, I frequently cuss. But doing it in public media while being interviewed is definitely a no-no specially when there are kids watching the news. But, but and but, if this country needs to have another martial law just to put it back on the right track, then so be it, or at least that's what his supporters are saying.

3. Miriam Defensor-Santiago - The "banat" candidate. With her witty lines, she has captured the hearts of the younger population. She might have authored bills more than anyone in the senate combined. She has attained education beyond I can even fathom or expect one can have. She has served this country longer than anyone on this list has ever had. Her track record is flawless. And the only thing her foes can cite against her is her "illness". This lady is one to be reckoned with. I, myself, is a fan of her. I read her witty works through her books. If there is anyone who is worthy enough to run this country, it would be her. I don't really see anything wrong if she will be the one to sit on that "chair". To quote a meme, "If Apolinario Mabini, a cripple, served to be Philippines' first Prime Minister, why can't Madamme Miriam, if she can still stand on her two feet?".

4. Grace Poe - The daughter of the king of Philippine show business. The one who drew flack and by far has the most number of disqualification cases filed against her due to her nationality. Once renounced her alliegiance from our country to be a US citizen, only to declare that she has renouced her alliegiance with the US government to serve her country. I don't really have any problem of her running for office however, if in any case she wins this election, I am a bit worried that her term would be short lived. Why you ask? Because I know for a fact that even if the Supreme Court has given it's decision in favor of her with finality, there are those who will go through everything, using every bit of evidence just to undermine her. And that might put our country in jeopardy when that time comes.

5. Mar Roxas - The heir to the "Daang Matuwid" type of government. Former DTI secretary known as Mr. PALENGKE. Former DILG chief. A close friend to the current President. And a husband to one of the most trusted newscaster in the country. Tried running for president before but gave way to his friend and settled to be an appointee. Super Typhoon Yolanda, which caused one of the greatest death toll the country has ever seen caused by a typhoon ravaged the land while he was the chief of the interior and local government. Was one of the people responsible in relief and rescue missions conducted during that calamity. But was disregarded due to the things his office "failed" to provide. He and Mayor Duterte is constantly on each other's throats. This man, from what I can remember tried to enforce traffic while raining once, carried a sack of something on his shoulder on a TV ad and even fist bumped a child who has entirely no idea what he is doing. Duterte supporters don't have any praise for him and those who were interviewed on live television allegedly said that they are being paid to be in the rally to support him.

Again, the things indicated here are based on the things I have read and heard from the social media and the news. I do not intend to manipulate you or anyone who will be reading this post to agree on my opinions. We are living in a free country and just like me, you have the right to choose, only for this post, I am exercising a different right, that is the right to express myself. And now that you are on this part, I just want to inform you that I never intended to plagiarize or defame anyone in the country or abroad and was simply expressing the things as I see fit, as I see them.

The post for the Vice Presidentials will be posted after this. Thank you for not reporting me and for reading this. :)