Category Archives: 2010 Presidential Elections

A Call for Unity

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareAs of this writing, 36% of all votes have already been transmitted and counted by the COMELEC. Liberal Party standard bearer Senator Noynoy Aquino currently has the lead followed by former President Erap Estrada and Nacionalista Party standard bearer Manny … Continue reading →

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My complete national ballot for May 10

Posted on May 8, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareI currently have my vote set already for Manny Villar for President and Mar Roxas for Vice-President (talk about an odd couple). I’m still trying to complete my Senate slate. I currently have 8 names already on my list and … Continue reading →

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Why am I voting Manny Villar for President

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Carlo Ople

Share This has definitely been one of the more difficult political and personal decisions I’ve made in the past few months. Deciding on who to vote for in the upcoming 2010 elections for President is a tough endeavor. This is … Continue reading →

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The ABS-CBN HARAPAN Vice-Presidential Forum

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareAs I’m typing this blog post, I’m currently watching the ABS-CBN Harapan Vice-Presidential Forum. Let me just say that I’m very impressed with what ABS-CBN did in terms of the format. It wasn’t your typical debate like the previous forums … Continue reading →

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Latest SWS and Manila Standard Surveys say Villar is tied with Aquino; Pulse says otherwise

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Carlo Ople

SharePulse Asia released a survey last week which showed that Noynoy Aquino is pulling away from Manny Villar. However the following week two other surveys showed that the two candidates were still locked in a statistical tie. In the latest … Continue reading →

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Magdalo Party endorses Villar-Roxas Tandem

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareDetained Senator Antonio Trillanes’ Magdalo party was all set to endorse Senator Chiz Escudero as their President of choice a few months ago. Wednesday morning the Magdalo group revealed their new Presidential candidate: Senator Manny Villar of the Nacionalista Party. … Continue reading →

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Kapatiran Bet JC Delos Reyes concedes to Noynoy Aquino?

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareKapatiran Presidential bet JC Delos Reyes clashed with Liberal Party’s Senator Noynoy Aquino during a forum organized by the Businessmen from Business for Integrity and Stability of Our Nation 2020 (Bisyon 2020). Delos Reyes said that the Liberal Party should … Continue reading →

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The Arroyo Virus

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareIf I were to name the biggest sin that the Arroyo administration has done it’s that they have singlehandedly corrupted and destroyed various institutions in the country. These are longstanding and proud institutions which used to enjoy the trust of … Continue reading →

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Villar-Aquino 1 on 1 Debate

Posted on February 16, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareLiberal Party standard bearer Senator Noynoy Aquino challenged Nacionalista’s Senator Manny Villar to a one-on-one debate. Villar already responded by saying that if the debate would focus on issues and not mudslinging, he would gladly accept. I am all for … Continue reading →

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To the 2010 Presidential Candidates: STOP THE MUDSLINGING!

Posted on February 13, 2010 by Carlo Ople

ShareThe 2010 campaign has literally been reduced to name-calling, baseless accusations, and rumor mongering. Instead of presenting their platforms for government and their plans for the country, candidates have resorted to waging a poisoned media war. I used to be … Continue reading →

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