The avid filipinos finally took a stand on cheating and the sorts, that has been causing depression in the country.
Being deprived of living well because of the economy, some of us is starving, homeless and begging in the streets. Will the new leaders who will run in the election make a difference?
I just turned 19 last march, and now is legally of age to vote. I've seen ads everywhere where the campaign managers are urging the public that we should be involved with today's crisis and the upcoming elections. YES. We should! for our future lies on whoever will seat on the palace, and whether we like it or not, we are INVOLVED.
What really impressed me with these ads that has been very active in the public is the fact that filipinos are aware and becoming wise voters. The filipino people has surely evolved and are not shunned by popular icons in the country. Just like when Manny Pacquiao ran for a place in his province, people were actually THINKING this time. Unlike what happened when Joseph Estrada ran for presidency, people were voting him for his image and his popularity but not really looking at what he can actually do with the little knowledge of being in position. Ika nga, fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me.
As i said, i am of legal age to vote. And I, as part of the youth, am going to vote wisely. Unswayed by votes and schemes of these politicians. We should always read between the lines, not the fragrances they emit JUST during the election period. To tell you the truth, their TV ads make me sick. They are giving me the impression that the Philippines is just about dirty politics. With this, the more we should always push for change.
One thing i really like about this upcoming elections, is the growing public awareness. Recently, the "Ako MISMO" campaign has been implemented by SMART/PLDT* The "Ako MISMO" is about to be able to stand on your own feet and fight for what you believe in. (You can visit their site at: www.akomismo.org) I even find their TV advertisement very interesting and empowering.*source: http://opinion.inquirer.net/viewpoints/columns/view/20090507-203743/Ako-Mismo-is-Anong-Taya-Mo
Another that has been an eye opener for the public is the ABS-CBN's "Boto mo, ipatrol mo" campaign. It gives the normal citizens a chance to actually to be involved in a way they couldn't before. It made the filipinos care more about their country, and helped lessen the growing apathy in the youth. As they started with a slogan in their multiply account: "You, dear citizen, have the power to effect change on what you don’t like and replicate the good that you see and do.*" We can really see how the filipino is urging for a clean politics this time. Well, nothing is impossible.
*source: http://botomoipatrolmo.multiply.com/
So we ask the question, are the filipinos going to take a stand? I say, YES WE WILL. It's a long shot, but i know we can do it.Go Philippines, Go filipino youth,
Fernan, A.C. a certified filipino who cares for this country.
