For the past days, I have been glued to ABS-CBN, GMA, blogs and news websites about the composition of the United Opposition and Team Unity (and also independent senatoriables). Well, as far as I am concerned, I have already finished my ideal list of winners for the 2007 Philippine Senate elections. I have based my criteria on their respective track records, advocacies, publicity and their popularity (the last thing that I had considered). And here's the list:
- Francis G. Escudero - This son of former Rep. Salvador H. Escudero III is a young, articulate, intelligent, vocal and principled man. He has really made a big impact on my political leanings.
- Allan Peter S. Cayetano - This son of former Sen. Renato Cayetano and brother of Sen. Pia Cayetano is also a young, intelligent, smart and a brave man. When he accused the First Gentlemen on his alleged German bank accounts, he never surrendered and even made me impressed.
- Juan Miguel F. Zubiri - This son of former Rep. Jose Zubiri, Jr. is also a young, humble and environmentalist man. His advocacy of protecting the environment made up my decision. It is just good that environmental issues be brought to serious consideration in the Senate as we brace for the worst of global warming.
- Michael T. Defensor - This son of Rep. Matias Defensor is also a young, vocal, friendly and active man. He defends what he says and he sticks to his principles. His call for Erap's release is a good thing that would make him win the election. He may also see his bestfriend in the Senate, Chiz Escudero.
- Aquilino D. Pimentel III - This son of Sen. Aquilino Pimentel, Jr. is a young, professional, energetic and intelligent man. His track record in his law profession and being a bar topnotcher is definitely a great testament that he's ready for the public office.
- Loren R. Legarda - She has the strong symbol of woman empowerment. Her track record in the Senate surpasses Richard Gomez's accomplishments in showbiz. Her charisma to the people would make her number 1 again in the elections.
- Antonio F. Trillanes IV - You may wonder why I am supporting this coup plotter. Well, he maybe the next Gringo Honasan in your own point of view. But on mine, he's gonna uncover the stinks of the Philippine Armed Forces. The reason of their coup attempt was justified thus, he can correct it properly because he came from that organization.
- Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III - This son of former Sen. Benigno Aquino, Jr. and former Pres. Corazon Aquino is a young, good and energetic man. His public service to his constituents in Tarlac bared fruits and indeed made his people admire him. So, why not an Aquino again in the Senate?
- Manuel B. Villar, Jr. - This former House Speaker is a very productive man when it comes to legislations that were of quality and of quantity. His dedication to his service in the Senate was proven since 2001. He should be given another term by the electorate.
- Panfilo M. Lacson - This former PNP Chief is also a very productive and very brave that he uncovers expose' that we have never expected before. He should be placing 2nd in the elections because of his iron-fist policies.
- Francis N. Pangilinan - This husband of actress Sharon Cuneta is great senator. His Comprehensive Juvenile Justice Law is definitely his best product. So, why should the voter spare him another term?
- Sonia M. Roco - The proposed programs of his late husband, former Sen. Raul Roco, would definitely be back if ever she's in the Senate. The people would really admire her because her platform is just the same as her late husband.
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