FROM Claudyn Caparon Post:Let me share with you an emotional weather report— a very personal account of WHY I WILL VOTE FOR PING LACSON.

FROM Claudyn Caparon Post:

Let me share with you an emotional weather report— a very personal account of WHY I WILL VOTE FOR PING LACSON.

Got some free time and I thought I have to say my piece about the loads of messages I’ve been receiving lately— some out of courtesy for supporting Presidential bets different from mine; most of them, to quiz me. With a very few exceptions, I accord respect to everyone’s opinions. Afterall, this season in politics is very personal and emotional for all of us. Rightly so, as we have never been more distressed with our lot in life since 2016.

Hence, for whatever it’s worth, let me tell you about my Presidential candidate:

One, HE RESPECTS WOMEN AND ALL GENDER IDENTITIES. He is first call out wimps for insensitive remarks about women and LGBTQ+. For those who know me, this matter is a non-negotiable. Gladly and rightfully, I have never felt slighted nor wronged under his watch.

Two, HE LISTENS—INTENTLY AND DISCERNINGLY. He takes opinions from experts and common tao, saying public office should always be participative. He crunches numbers and data like it’s a breeze. But most importantly, siya yung classmate mo na nag-aaral at nagsusunog ng kilay para prepared sa quiz at recitation.

Three—HE’S TOUGH, BUT HE IS FAIR. He never tolerates wrongdoing— especially when it involves money. When he raises an issue, he backs it up with sheer proof and castigates people who raise “chismis” without credible and verifiable evidence. He doesn’t discriminate when calling out erring government officials. Explains why he is not a “popular candidate”. He may have few friends in Congress because he never puts up with even a whiff of corruption, even considered an odd one, but he sure is respected. He is first to investigate abuse in power and forefront in exposing the brouhaha of this administration. Tells us that he won’t be manipulated or played up by anyone.

Four— HE NEVER ABUSED HIS POWER. He hates wangwang, dismisses bevy of entourage, and veers away from asking favors for his benefit. He pays his due even if everyone volunteers to take care of the bill, never uses his name to advance personal interests of friends, and hates asking for personal favors. He is not beholden to anyone. That’s for sure.

Finally, HE IS UNDERRATED— FOR A REASON. Primarily because he hates peddling himself on TV, name-bearing ayuda, media frenzy when he’s doing his work. That he hates the phalanx of cameras and traditional politics put him in contrast with others who never shy away from TV bonanza. Sa mga tanong na “ano ba nagawa nyan” at “hindi naman bumababa si Ping sa mga komunidad” — wala man laging kasunod na cameraman, I can sincerely tell you that he has done more than enough (hindi lang epal).

A disclaimer: I have worked with Senator Lacson since 2014 when I signed up for a writing stint for Yolanda rehab. This post is not asked of me—I just believe he deserves a fair share of an honest and personal account of his person in the midst of this crazy, crazy world.

All told, I pray that we all have a good run this election. Let’s elevate the discourse and be respectful — to each other and to our country. Tayo dapat ang panalo, hindi sinumang politiko. #weneedaleader2022

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