I have always been a follower of the opposition. Not that I have something big against the administration, but I've always seen good and serious leadership at the opposition. I'm a Binay supporter, although my grandma dislikes him. He may not prove to be a good ninong to us, but he'd always be a role-model mayor. I like it that he uses the people's money for the people. I see changes. I see free education, which means a bright future for the children. I see support for the senior citizens. I see roads being done. I see beautiful barangay halls and free health services. He loves the people. I could see it in his eyes. He speak few words. Everything was action. And that's what counts.
So I saw the picture on the front page of the PDI where the opposition are raising their hands in joy with Erap, ex-Philippine president. Ping Lacson. He has a fist of steel. He can enforce discipline in the country. One thing Filipinos arent really good at. And Chiz Escudero. Ideal political guy. Has his principles. About Erap. I know and we know he was a former action star. So what? Who said he doesnt know anything about politics? He had his share of experience. And what is really important is the passion for serving. The intentions. Sometimes, those intelligent, cunning, wordy politicians are the ones who plunder money without getting caught. They use what they know to deceive, to conspire, to hide. And we Filipinos are left still blinded by their images we get from the media. Gloria and her group of peepz are the ones who are really in control. They were powerful enough to remove Marcos from power. And did it again to Erap, all with rosaries in hand. And now what? What do we really know when the truth is hidden from us? With all these political killings around us, and the manipulation of media, the truth is hiding behind a veil, their mask of smiling faces and raised hands, convincing the people to vote for them and then shooting forty NPAs, not behind our backs, but in front of us. Oh God, what is happening? Who is to suffer? Not just the poor, not just the street children, but most of all those who work hard to earn a living and pay taxes that'd just go straight to the pockets of corrupt officials who are seen in tv, and also to those under them. The police, the army officers, ex-politics and friends who now enjoy a villa and a pet tiger or lion, sipping on bacardy, napping on a hammock. Are we still going to be blind? Im not saying theyre all evil. Some could have good intentions but are just stuck in the middle of things. Still, despite of their intentions, they do nothing. We have here people who would do something, so why not give them a chance? Arent we tired of seeing the same faces, hearing the same lines, trying to buy our hearts with words like "I'd be the one to secure them of a better living" or "Im pro-children or pro-singe mothers"? Havent we heard them before, like just the last election? Where are those promises? Did we even hear anything they (senators) did?
And now Im rambling. I'd get killed for this. Look, I'd make it clear. I'm not trying to convince anyone. Political ideas are free for everyone to possess. And you can correct me or what. That's fine. The thing is, these are my ideals. I cant shut up with everything Im seeing. Politics isnt a game, or a boxing match. People's lives are at stake. You can choose not to care, to leave it alone. But I cant so we're different. And I'm not telling you who to vote, but please, vote. At this time, unfortunately, I'd not be able to vote since I'd be turning 18 after the election. So to those who are priviledged to vote. This is a way to help your people. Vote and vote wisely.
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