Thread by @gideonlasco

Here are seven reasons why I am voting for Leni Robredo; seven reasons that I share with people whenever I try to convince others to vote for her as well:

Leni Robredo has an unblemished track record that is very rare for a politician who has held national office. There has not been a single serious allegation of crime or misconduct that can be linked to her.

In Duterte’s words: “Not a whiff of corruption".

Leni Robredo has a long-standing commitment to public service that predates her political career. She can never be accused of being “pakitang tao” because - as the Sumilao farmers attest to - she has been doing the same good work at a time when nobody was looking.

Leni Robredo can be relied upon in times of disaster and crises. #NasaanAngPresidente will not a concern because, as she has shown over and over again, she is willing and able to come to people’s aid, and provide solutions - as numerous COVID frontliners can attest to

Leni Robredo has shown courage, resolve, and resourcefulness amid adversity. Far from reciprocating Duterte’s insults, she gamely accepted his challenge to lead ICAD, and she made OVP one of the most productive gov’t agencies despite lack of support.

Leni Robredo, unlike many of our out-of-touch, ultra-privileged politicians, knows what it’s like to live as an ordinary Filipino. Beyond taking public transport and living a simple life, she has walked the extra mile to listen to marginalized communities all over the country.

Leni Robredo can represent our country with the pride and dignity that befits the president of our republic. She can be as comfortable in the global stage and she has been in the debate stage. And we can count on her to fight for our sovereignty as commander-in-chief.

Finally, as the campaign is showing, Leni Robredo is bringing out the best from Filipinos from walks of life. Unlike other candidates who spread disinformation and hate, she is inspiring people to volunteer, unite, hope, and believe in our country’s future.

For all these reasons, I am voting for Leni Robredo. I do not agree with all her stances but I know that under a Robredo presidency, we will have freedom to express our opinions, disagree with the government, and that at the at the very least, she will listen.