2010 presidentiables
By acmepride
@acmepride (1546)
United States
March 15, 2009 10:16pm CST
Among those who will run for the 2010 Philippine presidential elections (the "presidentiables"), who will you vote for and why?
10 responses
@evsoriano (166)
• Philippines
16 Mar 09
for me, if BF will run for president, i will go for him. he's a man of action, thats all....
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@acmepride (1546)
• United States
21 Mar 09
evsoriano, without doubt, BF is a man of action.
His actions, however, are sometimes put to question by many who do not approve of the way he does his business. What would you say to those who think that he's willing to trample on the human rights of others in order to carry out his duties? How would you respond to some who feel that the money spent on the unkempt pink urinals he helped put in place and the numerous posters splattered all over the metro could have been put to better use?
Thanks a lot for sharing your insights and Happy myLotting!
@bing28 (3795)
• Philippines
16 Mar 09
I'm for Villar as well, I knew the guy for such a long time being a salesperson marketing his former MVB now Vistaland properties. He's a simple, very low profile man despite of all his guts and riches. I do believe he's not corrupt as has the wealth before he entered politics. He successfully runs 33 companies before although consolidated to few as required when elected. He would be a good leader as well to successfully run the country. I am for Francis Escudero for my VP. I just hope Escudero would run for president next time and be contented for vice pres. for the moment.
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@acmepride (1546)
• United States
18 Mar 09
If I may ask, though, what do you make of the accusation made by Sen. Ping Lacson that Sen. Villar had a rather shady involvement in the C-5 controversy? Also, what if Sen. Chiz Escudero decided to run for president instead? Will you still vote for Sen. Villar? Why or why not?
Thanks a lot in advance for your much valued answers to my questions, bing!
@nympha687 (940)
• United States
16 Mar 09
If I were not underage and inexperienced, perhaps I'll also file my candidancy. On second thought, COMELEC might just consider me as a nuisance candidate. hehehe. Anyways, I am still for Villar. I think among the presidentiables,he's the least evil. hehehe
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@acmepride (1546)
• United States
17 Mar 09
nympha687, you'll never know, unless you try.
For all you know, you may even perhaps be "the one" we're looking for all along.
Kidding aside, and for the sake of enlightenment, though, can you tell us why you think Villar is "the least evil" among the presidentiables? Additionally, if ever you do, why do you believe that he'll be a good president?
Thanks in advance for your much anticipated response and Happy myLotting!
For all you know, you may even perhaps be "the one" we're looking for all along.
Kidding aside, and for the sake of enlightenment, though, can you tell us why you think Villar is "the least evil" among the presidentiables? Additionally, if ever you do, why do you believe that he'll be a good president?
Thanks in advance for your much anticipated response and Happy myLotting!
@icecroft (449)
• Philippines
16 Mar 09
Honestly, I still don't have anyone in mind yet.. I think it's still pretty early to decide, anyway. These people who are already on the "presidentiable list" still need to prove themselves. The Philippines is still struggling in terms of economy and others, so we need to be careful in choosing our future leaders. We've made so many mistakes in the past, let's try not to do this again.
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@acmepride (1546)
• United States
17 Mar 09
I totally agree, icecroft. We really cannot afford to take the next presidential elections lightly, as we are faced with immense socio-economic and political problems. 
Imho, the biggest problem that the next president has to face, though, is the crisis of confidence that currently plagues our country. The trust and confidence of the people in their leaders need to be addressed, as no project or plan that the next president intends to carry out would actually materialize if the Filipino people will not support such president and his/her initiatives.
If you have anyone in mind already, feel free to post here again because your choice may very well turn out to be the best one among the roster of presidentiables we'll be having for 2010.
Imho, the biggest problem that the next president has to face, though, is the crisis of confidence that currently plagues our country. The trust and confidence of the people in their leaders need to be addressed, as no project or plan that the next president intends to carry out would actually materialize if the Filipino people will not support such president and his/her initiatives.
If you have anyone in mind already, feel free to post here again because your choice may very well turn out to be the best one among the roster of presidentiables we'll be having for 2010. @corona1234 (467)
• United States
20 Mar 09
Is your presidential election run the same way the usa presidential is?
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@ryotan08 (127)
• Philippines
23 Mar 09
Honestly, i have no idea at the moment. I want to give the opposition candidates a chance to see what they can do, since they seem to be almost perfect. Also, so that the militants will stop from creating trouble. I'm sorry for my choice of words..
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@xtedaxcvg (3189)
• Philippines
20 Mar 09
I don't have any choices as of now. I need to hear them debate first and know what their ideas are before I make a decision. Due to the recent happenings in our country, I believe Filipinos should first know what their choices' ideas and plans are before they vote.
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@Mathurin (491)
• Philippines
20 Mar 09
ehh no hopeful yet for me... i really think we should start campaigning about the candidates qualification... i mean we can start like, this is what the president should do, this is what a senator does... maybe campaigns like to help people think what a good senator can do to improve our government...
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@pmcepe (194)
• Philippines
18 Mar 09
Among those who have announced their intention to run for President I think BF has the best performance history, so I know that he will be a good Pres. His ideas may not be popular to some sectors of society but let's face it, the results into a first class city during his term. He is an action man, not a pencil pusher. He used to go around Marikina at odd times to see what needed to be done like which streets need work, need light, etc., not just rely from the reports of those around him.
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@fuzors73 (88)
• Philippines
16 Mar 09
well i haven't decided yet on who i will vote for president. i am still surveying on the candidates of what they have done for the last few years of their politics career. but i now have two candidates in my mind. i can't mention their names yet because it is somewhat intriguing. maybe for the next few days i will tell you all who my candidates are. that is all i can say for now. thanks for sharing your opinions guys. take care and godbless!
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