28 February 2007 • 314 views, 1 today

Huwag nang pakyawin

It was a relief to read the news about Manny Pacquiao’s withdrawal from the congressional elections. I was already planning to write something rather inflammatory about his political ambitions (or rather, the ambitions of those people behind Manny’s political bid). It’s good that he came to his senses before it was too late.

And his decision to withdraw was a brave one, too, I might add. He apparently is more concerned of his fans’ sentiments than his losing face. As a Filipino, I am proud of Manny Pacquiao, for his accomplishments.

However, the mere decision to run for political office offended me. And it should offend the Filipino people. Just because one is popular (and Manny’s is probably the most recognizable face in the country today)…. Isn’t that downright offensive? If you were a voter, wouldn’t you feel that your intelligence was being insulted? Whoever put the boxer up to this should be ashamed of himself (herself?). Well, obviously that person is already into politics, so no hope of him/her feeling any shame at all.

Kudos to you, Manny, for your brave and wise decision!

I was told once to stick to my strengths, my forte. I think it was a very sound piece of advice.

 
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5 Responses to “Huwag nang pakyawin”

  1. Jun P.
    5:03 pm on 28 Feb 2007

    Not so fast blogie,Manny changed his mind again.He said he did not
    back out yet.He said he still plans to run.Nightmare for his true fans
    is not over yet.Its time to wake him up,everybody knows that some-
    body is pulling the string for manny to go into politics,for his own
    personal interest.Dont be stupid Manny!Unti-unti nang nawala ang
    bilib ko sa yo.

  2. Blogie
    5:07 pm on 28 Feb 2007

    what??? wala pa man eh, he’s already acting like a true politician…

    what a waste! i hope he does decide to quit the race while he’s still ahead. imagine, he was boo’ed in cebu. what more next?

  3. Jun P.
    5:23 pm on 28 Feb 2007

    Well,the KTV bar receptionist whom he impregnated said that
    she will campaign against Manny.She will go down to Gen.San
    to speak in Rep.Antoninos rally(Mannys political rival).Manny
    should keep in mind that the mud is just starting to fly.

  4. Blogie
    5:28 pm on 28 Feb 2007

    how the tide does turn in filipino society. but if manny doesn’t shape up, he might just lose face after all. but boxing-wise, let’s hope that’s all he loses!

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