The choices that we will make must be of our own free will and volition. They should not be tainted by coercion, intimidation and corruption. They should not be influenced by family ties, pakikisama , or utang na loob . Our vote should be our conscious effort at giving our children and their descendants better tomorrows. Do not be deceived.
Elections are both boon and bane.
It is a boon because it presents a chance at reconstructing the political landscape, an opportunity for a new beginning, and a venue for change. But Philippine experience proves it is bane because it cultivates corrupt electoral practices like vote buying and the use of violence. The voter is the most powerful individual in the country come election time. Political aspirants would go to great lengths to please him. The candidate's antics should not be mistaken for signs of genuine service once elected.