Yellow ribbons are looming all over the corner of the streets; both grieving and paying tribute to the insurmountable contribution of former Pres. Cory Aquino who until her last breath continued to fight for democracy, peace and justice. Her death last Aug. 2009 altered the course of history.
Back then and even now, the country has witnessed the worst socio-economic conditions one can ever imagine. People would go out on the streets to voice out their grievances and sentiments often ending up disappointed for there were hardly any solutions presented to ease even slight of their sufferings. Endemic corruption is everywhere. Many are living below the poverty threshold. Injustice for those who cannot afford it persists. Basic needs like food, shelter and clothing seems to be the most unattainable commodities.
We are also not new to various scandals and anomalies involving even the highest official of the land,Pres. Arroyo, in multi-million government projects. We are also not new to the injustice and unfair ruling regarding the Ampatuan case; of the endless and shameless actions of those officials who continually abuse their power and those who instead of looking after the welfare and the interest of the people, particularly the masses, prioritize their own partisan interests.. We are also not new to the continuous violation of human rights. We are very much aware of all these abhorrent and chaotic scenarios. Even if the present administration has tried its best effort and gathered all the support they can get to contain the majority of the people. They cannot hide the disappointment and distrust of the people.
Then comes a figure of a man, reluctant to assume the people’s calling for him to run for presidency. After the death of his mother, the clamor of the people for a leader who will stand up for them, an embodiment of two of the most revered heroes of all time, Ninoy and Cory Aquino, grows louder and stronger. When Mar Roxas finally gave way and sacrificed to pave way for the people’s recourse for a leader that can uplift them; the shy, reluctant man in his 50s accepted and assumed the responsibility not just to become the standard bearer of the Liberal Party to run for presidency but most importantly, accepted the faith lying in his hands.
At first, I belong to the group of people who were skeptic in him running for a position that can either make or break the country. I, just like anyone else had doubts before. But as events continue to unfold, as the campaign started, I eventually discover the good nature of his character. As days pass by, the once before shy, reluctant man is now a man full of convictions; possessing the right blending of qualities we need from a leader, someone of whom the Filipinos people can put their hopes and trust once more; someone who can make the people dream again and to make that dream happen and be fully realized to reality. We are clamoring for a leader who can feel the pulse of the people, who will heed the voice of the people.
Back then and even now, the country has witnessed the worst socio-economic conditions one can ever imagine. People would go out on the streets to voice out their grievances and sentiments often ending up disappointed for there were hardly any solutions presented to ease even slight of their sufferings. Endemic corruption is everywhere. Many are living below the poverty threshold. Injustice for those who cannot afford it persists. Basic needs like food, shelter and clothing seems to be the most unattainable commodities.
We are also not new to various scandals and anomalies involving even the highest official of the land,Pres. Arroyo, in multi-million government projects. We are also not new to the injustice and unfair ruling regarding the Ampatuan case; of the endless and shameless actions of those officials who continually abuse their power and those who instead of looking after the welfare and the interest of the people, particularly the masses, prioritize their own partisan interests.. We are also not new to the continuous violation of human rights. We are very much aware of all these abhorrent and chaotic scenarios. Even if the present administration has tried its best effort and gathered all the support they can get to contain the majority of the people. They cannot hide the disappointment and distrust of the people.
Then comes a figure of a man, reluctant to assume the people’s calling for him to run for presidency. After the death of his mother, the clamor of the people for a leader who will stand up for them, an embodiment of two of the most revered heroes of all time, Ninoy and Cory Aquino, grows louder and stronger. When Mar Roxas finally gave way and sacrificed to pave way for the people’s recourse for a leader that can uplift them; the shy, reluctant man in his 50s accepted and assumed the responsibility not just to become the standard bearer of the Liberal Party to run for presidency but most importantly, accepted the faith lying in his hands.
At first, I belong to the group of people who were skeptic in him running for a position that can either make or break the country. I, just like anyone else had doubts before. But as events continue to unfold, as the campaign started, I eventually discover the good nature of his character. As days pass by, the once before shy, reluctant man is now a man full of convictions; possessing the right blending of qualities we need from a leader, someone of whom the Filipinos people can put their hopes and trust once more; someone who can make the people dream again and to make that dream happen and be fully realized to reality. We are clamoring for a leader who can feel the pulse of the people, who will heed the voice of the people.
Good character
This coming election the majority of people, in my own opinion, are not looking for someone who has the highest of intellect or the best of qualifications. We have tried leaders with these kinds of caliber, and they didn’t offer any solutions to appease the people’s upheaval and growing distrust. We had Marcos, a very brilliant lawyer, the most intelligent President in the history of the nation, but then he became a dictator and got drowned by power.
Following his footsteps is a woman, lies in the persona of Mrs. Arroyo, also a promising economist and politician, who turned out to be much worst one can imagine. And so one cannot help but ask, we’ve tried intellectual presidents and even the not-so-intellectual president before, but why is our country like this? An in-depth look and analysis would arrive at a conclusion that the common denominator that these leaders lack is – “good and strong character”.
Among all the candidates, I think Noynoy is miles away in terms of character. Nurtured by parents like Ninoy and Cory, how can one deviate from the moral values that were taught by them? There is a saying that a good tree will never bear a bad fruit. Yes, its logical to say that Noynoy being the offspring of these two heroes who place high value on morals, decency, integrity and dignity, will hardly be like the previous leaders we’ve had before. Some people would defame him for being a mama’s boy and using the legacy of his parents for him to win the elections. But I say, if you have great heritage like that of Cory and Noynoy who carries the principles and convictions that we all should have, will you be ashamed of that?
Another thing I admire about him is his simplicity which is shown in the way he speaks and the way he acts. But the most important of all, I have high regards for him for being able to fight for what he thinks is right. Petty as it may seem, but one clear example is the way he treated Kris situation during the times when her sister was involved in a showbusiness fiasco way back. I remember Kris Aquino admitting that he and her brother before were not talking because of these issues. That only shows he can discipline even his sister. This goes to prove that for him a wrong can never be right. Another is his stand on the issue on reproductive bill. Considering the tight rivalry among the other candidates, it is but rational for a candidate not to diverge away from the Catholic Church’ sentiments. Among the other candidates, he is the one who is firm in saying that, “Yes, we have a population problem and its serious.”
Following his footsteps is a woman, lies in the persona of Mrs. Arroyo, also a promising economist and politician, who turned out to be much worst one can imagine. And so one cannot help but ask, we’ve tried intellectual presidents and even the not-so-intellectual president before, but why is our country like this? An in-depth look and analysis would arrive at a conclusion that the common denominator that these leaders lack is – “good and strong character”.
Among all the candidates, I think Noynoy is miles away in terms of character. Nurtured by parents like Ninoy and Cory, how can one deviate from the moral values that were taught by them? There is a saying that a good tree will never bear a bad fruit. Yes, its logical to say that Noynoy being the offspring of these two heroes who place high value on morals, decency, integrity and dignity, will hardly be like the previous leaders we’ve had before. Some people would defame him for being a mama’s boy and using the legacy of his parents for him to win the elections. But I say, if you have great heritage like that of Cory and Noynoy who carries the principles and convictions that we all should have, will you be ashamed of that?
Another thing I admire about him is his simplicity which is shown in the way he speaks and the way he acts. But the most important of all, I have high regards for him for being able to fight for what he thinks is right. Petty as it may seem, but one clear example is the way he treated Kris situation during the times when her sister was involved in a showbusiness fiasco way back. I remember Kris Aquino admitting that he and her brother before were not talking because of these issues. That only shows he can discipline even his sister. This goes to prove that for him a wrong can never be right. Another is his stand on the issue on reproductive bill. Considering the tight rivalry among the other candidates, it is but rational for a candidate not to diverge away from the Catholic Church’ sentiments. Among the other candidates, he is the one who is firm in saying that, “Yes, we have a population problem and its serious.”
Amidst the Mudslinging
Amidst the mudslinging done by his rivals, Noynoy Aquino remained a reserved and respectable candidate . He didn’t throw below the belt words or resort to dirty poliical tacticsto defame other people. Unlike some who dubbed him as mentally incapable or epileptic and even presented fictitious documents, which later on were proved to be false documents. Funny as to how the black propaganda of these people backfired against them. It only shows that evil will not really triumph over the good.
A Clear Platform
While I was surfing on the internet for some of the platforms of the presidential candidates, I was really impressed by the detailed action plans and platforms by Noynoy Aquino and Mar Roxas. So how can other people claim that Noynoy is all but words? When in fact compared to other candidates, Aquino-Roxas tandem offer a much clearer path to where they want us to head.
The following are the links of the Liberal’s Party platform and action plans
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/credentials.php
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/platform.php
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/action-plans.php
The following are the links of the Liberal’s Party platform and action plans
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/credentials.php
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/platform.php
http://www.noynoy.ph/v3/action-plans.php
A Confluence of Events
A confluence of events is starting to reveal itself and as destiny starts to favor Noynoy, hardly anyone can deny that after garnering a 22% lead in surveys, Noyonoy Aquino indeed has a high chance of winning.
Before ending up my blog, let me quote the article of Joanne Rae Ramirez, “Character is destiny. When it is in your DNA, in the finest fiber of your being, to be honest and morally upright, and what you intrinsically are is reinforced by the example of the people who nurtured you, how far can you stray from the straight and honest path?
Nature and nurture are on the side of Noynoy Aquino. Was there a better classroom for the lessons of democracy and clean government than the bungalow on Times street where Noynoy grew up?”
Before ending up my blog, let me quote the article of Joanne Rae Ramirez, “Character is destiny. When it is in your DNA, in the finest fiber of your being, to be honest and morally upright, and what you intrinsically are is reinforced by the example of the people who nurtured you, how far can you stray from the straight and honest path?
Nature and nurture are on the side of Noynoy Aquino. Was there a better classroom for the lessons of democracy and clean government than the bungalow on Times street where Noynoy grew up?”
