President Noynoy Aquino made several “cute” mistakes during his first few days in office. The one that got the biggest media attention was his alleged “palpak” Memorandum Circular which was signed by Executive Secretary Ochoa. Another follow-up mistake would be Lacierda’s boo-boo with the Malacanang Press Corps when he had them waiting while giving an exclusive interview to ABS-CBN’s news channel, ANC. What got my attention the most though was when President Aquino attended a military ceremony function. First, he was half an hour late because he refused to use the Wang Wang and the usual counter flow (which I love about him). Next, his timing was off in the customary salute and lastly he used the wrong podium during his Presidential address. Here’s the video from the GMA news website:
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And here’s the video from ABS-CBN news about the Memorandum Circular:
I actually find these mistakes a bit endearing because it just shows that we have a human President. It’s a totally different matter though when this happens again 3 months from now (that’s incompetence already). I’ll be praying for President Aquino and his cabinet. Hopefully his administration will usher in a new era for the Filipino people.
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I believe that people are willing to overlook at these things for the time being because PNoy is still adjusting to his position as with his cabinet. You are correct to say that, should it last for three months, it is incompetency already.
But I think PNoy is doing a great job motivating the country and setting a standard. Yes. It is true that he was late. And, yes, he may have to wake up earlier next time. But, still, you have to give the President credit that he is following the rules and setting a good example. The guy is trying to set a new standard. He’s no god.
Perhaps, what we need to also do is look at ourselves and see how we can improve. Our new President has done his best in helping the nation get back on its feet with these little things.
We are on the right track. Do your part. Don’t drop the ball. We seldom get opportunities like this.
Amen!