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- Gibo should bolt out too
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- Going for tried, getting tired
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LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD standard bearer Gibo Teodoro: Problematic as always. (Photo credits: http://gibo.ph)
Well, everyone else is doing it. We've seen the benefits.
Instant "pogi' points. Popularity surge. Emotional pandering. Bolting out of political parties are the "in" thing these days. And anyone who wants to have a piece of this rave must now abandon the conventional for the radical.
The saints are marching
It now appears to be a race for the "holiest of holies".
Newly-wed Senator Mar Roxas was inducted to the "Statesman" hall of fame by giving way to Senator Noynoy Aquino.
Noynoy Aquino has become "morality in the flesh" -- the epitome of righteousness by "going on a retreat" and well, quite simply, just by being a son of martyred parents.
There are also the "lesser saints" Mayor Jejomar Binay and Ed Panlilio, both withdrawing presidential bids to give way to Noynoy. Kiko Pangilinan -- initially intent on running for Vice President has also given up on his dream in favor of Mar.
Then there's DILG Secretary Ronnie Puno -- expected to run in tandem with administration party LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD -- who also announced his withdrawal from the race a few weeks before the filing of COCs begin.
A Prophetic Villar
Senator Manny Villar was right all along when he said (in a casual group interview) that it's way to early to tell who his opponents would be. He said many would either slide to a lower position, settle for reelection or withdraw from the race altogether.
I can understand his complacency. It is never a good idea to underestimate a man like Villar. But I'm sure even someone as "visionary" as he found the recent turn of events rather unexpected. After all, just a few surveys ago, he once ruled 'em all. All of a sudden, that dream seemed more elusive than he prepared for.
Gibo should bolt out
I've been digging through soon-to-be-former Department of National Defense Secretary and National Disaster Coordinating Council Chief Gilbert Teodoro's website in an attempt to understand who he is and what he stands for and to find out exactly what makes him different from the rest of the presidentiables out there.
If I were to vote on the merits of appearance, he would have easily ran away with my vote. But then the presidency is no "Mr. Universe" contest. Oops.
But seriously, regardless of how much I detest this administration and the ruling president of the land -- under which Gibo will woefully run (even Gloria herself is thinking of relinquishing her post as party head for Gibo's sake) -- the fact remains that Gibo is hard to ignore.
He is hard to ignore because he is, as it stands, a would-be-legitimate candidate. The Department of National Defense is a no easy job. Having been the president's alter-ego, Gibo's experience on that front, is nothing short of critical and "presidential". And if we are to give it considerable weight (as is logical), all of Noynoy Aquino's experience in the halls of Congress and the Senate put together pales in comparison to Gibo's.
People actually believe that Senator Chiz Escudero, another wannabe president come 2010, is an eloquent speaker. Well, I beg to disagree. Although I'm no Gibo fan myself (believe that, it's true), I would go for Gibo in terms of "sensibility" and "substance". I think Gibo speaks well and more often than not, actually knows what he is talking about.
The problem is the party -- at least, according to Chiz
Gibo's viability for the presidency is without question. The motive behind it and the party behind it, however is what bothers most people.
Will Gibo shield Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and guarantee her free-pass from all her past transgressions?
Will Gibo's sole concern and preoccupation be to protect the interests of the family business?
Will he do a Marcos? or a Gloria?
All that remains to be seen -- that is, if he wins at all. But with all the bad press GMA is bringing to the merger and consequently to their anointed Gibo, clearly, something's (or someone's) gotta give.
Does GMA desperately want Gibo to take her place in 2010? Then she must do something.
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Does Gibo want the presidency as desperately as he wants peace in Mindanao? Then he must do something.
If either of them wants to achieve something that's never been achieved before, then they must do something that's never been done before.
I think Gibo should bolt out. But don't delude yourself -- this is not a suggestion.
I won't delude myself either. Gibo bolting LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD is the closest thing to a miracle.
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Suggested Further Reading:
- It’s Gibo-Edu in 2010 for Lakas-Kampi CMD
- Arroyo is resigning from Lakas-Kampi
- Gibo is on a roll. But is he getting anywhere?
- Going for tried, getting tired
- Gibo Teodoro’s “Sulong” informercial aka “Posible” lyrics
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8 comments ↓
What a stupid suggestion. As if you're telling everyone to be turncoats and traitors.
Oh, you mean like leaving NPC for LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD? Surely, that definition must apply to all and not just to “the opposition”, don’t you think?
And for the record, contrary to what you infer, in my post I said otherwise: “Don’t delude yourself — this is not a suggestion.” Well, someone’s delusional here.
Understand the post and read through everything before audaciously commenting. Do not imagine words that aren’t there. And do yourself a favor — get it in proper context. Anyone in his/her right mind wouldn’t think that I am “telling everyone to be turncoats and traitors” because that is more than stupid. But of course some people are.
Hello Edwin,
turn-coat — a person who deserts one cause or party for the opposite faction; renegade.
Oh, you mean like leaving NPC for the ruling LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD? Surely, that definition applies to all, not just to the opposition. Are you saying that when he hopped from NPC to LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD, he is no turn-coat?
Besides, I think you're missing the whole point of this post. You must not have read through everything. In it I said: "I think Gibo should bolt out. But don’t delude yourself — this is not a suggestion."
Anyone in his right mind wouldn't thing that I am "telling everyone to be turncoats and traitors" because that is more than stupid.
The point of the article is to cite how recent events have influenced our perception of candidates and how "theoretically" Gibo can benefit from such, given the bad press GMA (head of PALAKA) is giving him.
I would have loved to discuss this to you in full detail but then that would betray the method by which I write. Like I said before, not everyone will get the point I'm driving at because I don't write like a teacher nor a journalist. I do not write to explain things in plain context. I write in my own tone, structure, imagery and style. It is sad that there are people who will never "get" it — specially articles like this that beg to defy conventions. But it is no longer my problem. :) Thank you for your comment.
Like a tabloid where the titles of gossip articles are not in harmony with the content. "Gibo should bolt out too." That's your title and you're now saying that is not what it is. Is that an admission that you're not aesthetically sound like saying "b.s…." but meaning another thing?
By the way, when Gibo decided to join the administration party, NPC was still part of the ruling coalition. Hence not really turncoatism but merely joining the main organization.
Edwin, you sound like someone whose paycheck depends on PaLaKa's success. It's not really Gibo your concerned about but the ruling coalition. This is not a tabloid so obviously this blog's readership is nothing compared to those. I can't even believe there are people who actually bother to read my posts which are not "aesthetically sound".
Again, I am not saying that this blog's content contradicts the title. "Gibo should bolt out too" is purely my opinion. What I am trying to disprove is your insinuation that it is a "suggestion". It is not a suggestion, I do not suggest it to you or to admin lapdogs or to anyone. There is no chance in hell that Gibo will even get to read this. But if he does, I'm sure he'd be smart enough to see through the intended message of this post. And by the way, thank you for that fyi. I love technicalities — they have a way of downplaying tainted intentions. I'm sure you are more agreeable in person. Cheers!
By the way Edwin, when I mean bullshit, I say bullshit. I refrain from pretending to be nice when I am actually pissed. And also, I don't hide by any name. That's so lame.
Had never understood their desigions and minds – it's maybe about their mentality.
i agree with vince. honestly, gusto ko ang talino at kakayanan ni gibo, pero dahil myutang na loob sya ky gloria, hinding hindi ko sya ibboto…
do i think he should bolt out? definitely NOT! hehe. i dont trust them kc. what if he will just do that to make us think na he's no longer the tuta of gloria? if that happens then i think more people will vote for him.. tpos it will just turn out na it was all a lie at super kampi pa rin sya ky gloria… haist!
dapat ang ginawa nlng ni gloria at gibo is this: gibo runs frm a different party then palihim na suportahan ni gloria si gibo.. hehe. sure win! pero buti nlng hindi nla naisip un…
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