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We only have a few days to go until the presidential election. The closer it gets and the more you get to know a candidate, the harder it is to decide!
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We've created these cheat sheets for your reference, but spending a few hours to research about the candidates wouldn't hurt!
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Jejomar Binay
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"The moral problem actually is not corruption, the moral problem is poverty. That is what I have to face, not a fight against all these allegations, but a fight to alleviate poverty in the life of every Filipino," said Binay, according to [GMA News Online] (http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/542151/news/nation/poverty-not-corruption-is-phl-s-current-moral-issue-vp-binay).
Rodrigo Duterte
"The trouble with us in government is that we talk too much, act too slow, and do too little, don't we? What the country needs is not more laws but more good men in public service," said Duterte, according to [Philippine Star] (http://www.philstar.com:8080/opinion/2014/02/06/1287149/vigilante-justice).
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Grace Poe
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"I am Grace Poe. A Filipino. A daughter, wife and mother. And with God's grace, I offer myself for the country's highest calling as your President," said Poe, according to [Filipino Express] (http://www.filipinoexpress.com/news/1987-poe-i-m-your-next-president).
Mar Roxas
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"Regardless of the statistics, one person wrongfully accused is one case too many," said Roxas according to [Coconuts Manila] (http://manila.coconuts.co/2015/11/06/rappler-apologizes-mar-inspiring-everyone-call-him-idiot-week).
Miriam Defensor Santiago
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"The question we must ask is this: How will these politicians recover the scandalous amounts they spend for their campaign? The simple answer is that they will steal from public funds, or will at least be tempted to do so. An alternative would be to give favors to rich contributors, to the detriment of public interest," said Santiago, according to the [Philippine Daily Inquirer] (http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/754281/santiago-seeks-probe-into-big-spending-rivals).
Notes from the author:
◘ Credibility and dignity are not built overnight.
◘ Do your research.
◘ Be curious.
◘ Cross—check if the candidates' words are in line with their platforms and previous statements.
◘ Do not be swayed by anyone's charm.
◘ If a person talks with confidence and brevity, but has a suspicious background — think again.
◘ The thin line that lies between confidence and trustworthiness is honesty.
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*Kung ang puso niya ay nagnanais mapagsilbihan at maiangat ang buhay ng mga mamamayang Filipino, siya ang iboto mo.*
There is still enough time to research about the right candidate for the position. Do that because your vote has the power to change the situation of the whole country and society. Vote wisely, kababayan!
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