The highest office of the land calls upon us to apply the highest standard of selection - not genetics, not wealth, not even popularity - just good old-fashioned virtues for which we selected our presidents in the past and made them heroes in out national history. -Gilbert Teodoro
What I look for in a leader can be condensed into three things: competence, effectiveness and integrity. I believe that it is as important to consider a person who is by a good measure moral as much as he/ she is capable, for a healthy and intelligent mind will be resistant to evil and ill logic. Being a student of science and reason, I just cannot forgo irrational thoughts such as false conclusions based on assumed relationships and its causality. I know that there is no perfect candidate and so I will choose based on personal merit, character and true potential not to be blinded by money, popularity, celebrity or peers.
The Philippine national elections is within ten days. With my said criteria, I narrowed down my choice for president to two viable candidates: Richard Gordon and Gilbert Teodoro. It wasn't easy to decide between two very qualified candidates, who were excellent performers in fora and debates as well. It is well known that Gibo is a bar topnotcher, what more do you need to conclude that he's got the wits to run a country? Not to be outdone, Gordon is also a lawyer from UP Law. Basing from experience, one can say Gordon has the 20-year advantage: he's been a senator, an administrator, a DOT secretary, a Red Cross chairperson. On the other hand, Gibo's stint as DND secretary, as NDCC chairperson or as three-term congressman is not to be trampled on.
What sealed the deal for me was that Gibo had the qualities and accomplishments to inspire, coupled with a clearer and more specific platform. He is leading a very good campaign, not driven by hate or black propaganda. He is setting a good example despite all the negative associations made around him. He is admired by people from all sides. I think these made him the better leader, for a man who can inspire will surely catalyze mobility to whatever endeavor he goes after. And for a country hungry for growth, a leader who inspires hand in hand with an effective blueprint can be a huge factor for faster development.
What sealed the deal for me was that Gibo had the qualities and accomplishments to inspire, coupled with a clearer and more specific platform. He is leading a very good campaign, not driven by hate or black propaganda. He is setting a good example despite all the negative associations made around him. He is admired by people from all sides. I think these made him the better leader, for a man who can inspire will surely catalyze mobility to whatever endeavor he goes after. And for a country hungry for growth, a leader who inspires hand in hand with an effective blueprint can be a huge factor for faster development.
I will vote according to my conscience and clear reason. I will vote for Gilbert Teodoro.
(Photo taken from his Facebook fan page)
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