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SULONG, G1BO! SULONG, PILIPINAS!

Published Friday, April 23, 2010 by XY | E-mail this post

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Several months ago, I had no idea who G1BO Teodoro was. I knew he was the Defense Secretary and that he switched political parties to be an ally to she who must not be named. But I did not know G1BO, the man, the leader.


As elections drew nearer, and the presidentiables started to announce their candidacies, I started to do my homework. Ok, I admit it, I winced when G1BO chose Edu as his partner. I mean Edu is a great host, in fact, I miss Game Ka Na Ba. But I don't feel he's VP material. At least not yet. And it was pretty apparent why he chose him. But I got past that error of judgment as I would like to call it.

To sum it all up, here's how I made my choice:

1) I want a LEADER, not a reluctant one, but someone who knew what he wanted and who knows what he's doing. People say they are voting for Noynoy because he has the ability to unite the Filipinos. I beg to disagree. These Filipinos are behind him for the wrong reasons. They are romanticizing Cory's death. Don't get me wrong. I loved her. But she died because of cancer. Let's not forget that fact. It was Ninoy who shed his blood for us. More than two decades ago. We should never forget that, because those years were great lessons of history. Noynoy may have a cult following now, but once they realize he is nothing but an illusion, they will leave. Then what? How can Noynoy unite the Filipinos then? Through the charm of Kris? Or will he succumb to those who have forced him into that position for their own intentions? But G1BO has that fire in him, that competence to LEAD AND CHANGE A NATION. And I admired him more for taking up the challenge, even when he knew he was against a popular choice and one who has the machinery, a.k.a. wealth, to sway votes through propaganda. That is the kind of leader I want, and we all need. One that doesn't back down on roadblocks. Sulong, G1BO!

2) Competence is very important. Why is it when we hire new employees we want them to go through a very strict selection process? How many times have you been rejected for a post? We need to look at qualifications and track record. Humility is a good quality but that's not the only important thing to look for in a president. And who's to say G1BO is not humble? Did he ever publicize any of his charitable work? Do you see him pretending to be one with that masses by singing songs with street children? He may not be poor but he knows what to do to eradicate poverty. Nor is he arrogant. But more than that, he is focused and committed. His platform is most solid. Aggressive but not unrealistic.

3) He commands respect but not through fear. He is the kind of leader who other leaders will also respect. My mentors always include power dressing as one key to success. Competency will get you the job, but it's image and perception that will take you to the next level.

At the end of the day, I chose the MAN who will make the next 6 years worthwhile. And the MAN who will lead the Filipinos and incite them not just to follow but to COMMIT. Sulong, G1BO!


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