A survey (which I will not name here) commissioned by several people and businessmen shows that Chiz Escudero is most likely to top the 2013 elections. Escudero got 73% of the votes of respondents. Following him is Senator Loren Legarda with a 61%, then Enrile, Cayetano and Honasan.
Honasan is followed by Trillianes, then JV Ejercito, Koko Pimentel, Ed "Sonny" Angara, and Dick Gordon. So that makes your top ten.
Former Congressman and now Customs chief Ruffy Biazon got 35%, Zubiri (34.3), and Hontiveros. These names complete the magic 13.
Those struggling to get into the magic 10 are:
Binay, Abby (VP's daughter), Jamby Madrigal, Cynthia Villar, Manong Ernie Maceda and Jun Magsaysay.
The newbies who are aching to go to the Senate are:
Ace Barbers, Joey de Venecia, Bam Aquino, Teddy Casino, Mitos Magsaysay, Rudy Farinas and Erin Tanada.
And who among these names are legitimately "newbie" Well, its Teddy Casino. The rest are either members of political dynasties or has beens waiting in the wings to re-establish power.
Who has the heart for the poor and the downtrodded? Its Erin Tanada.
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Showing posts with label jamby madrigal. Show all posts
Friday, September 7, 2012
Friday, October 30, 2009
Jamby Madrigal out to save Chiz Escudero?
Everyone knows that Madrigal is a billionaire, just like Villar. Possible that Chiz Escudero already courted and convinced Madrigal to support him? Is this the reason why the young presidentiable resigned?
Curiously, Chiz chose Lito Banayo, a close Lacson associate, as his campaign manager. Signs that Madrigal and Lacson are already bank-rolling ChizNation, with the Tans and Cojuangcos serving as "shadows"? We will know by next week. I just got info on who really spent for the Chiz ads now being played over the radio.
For now, let's all have a nice weekend.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Senator Manny Villar's True Interest for the Presidency: Akalamo Malinis
Senator Manny Villar was again put on the spotlight today after his colleague Jamby Madrigal exposed how he reportedly and deliberately manipulated the downfall of his bank, Capital Commercial and Savings Bank. Madrigal said that Villar purchased three lots from the Rodriguez family amounting to just 42 million pesos. To make a long Jamby talk short, Villar reportedly got more than he bargained for when he sold those properties ten times its original worth. Villar reportedly secured a P 281 million loan from his bank and when it went under, the Central Bank bailed it out to the tune of P3.5 billion. The bank is now rehabitated and re-named Optimum Development Bank.
As usual, Villar accused Madrigal of politics and outright lies. But, if we are to analyze Villar's answers, there was nothing there.
That shows you, Madrigal said, how astute a land speculator Manny Villar is. Yet, the real and disturbing issue is----what is really Manny Villar's intention why he's so intent on getting and grabbing that presidential seat.
Simple---Senator Manny Villar wants to be the land kingpin when Congress amends the Constitutional provision on the foreign ownership of Philippine lands. Villar, as everybody knows, is one of the biggest real estate developer in this country. After 2010, he wants to be the one whom everybody would go to when purchase of prime land and real estate properties are concerned.
Again, of course, Villar's supporters will deny this. But, is it too obvious why Villar is spending close to 7 billion pesos just to win a position which pays a measly 45,000 pesos a month?
If Jamby's real intention is just to throw mud at Villar, this issue about land conversions and bank financial manipulations are cono issues and will never connect with the masses.
The real concern of everybody is this about Villar---why is he spending billions for a post which obviously would not give him back ten-fold?
Everyone's concerned on how Senator Manny Villar would re-coup his 7 billion campaign kitty? If, as he says, he will divest his interests in his numerous properties the moment he gets the presidency, then, how will he be able to earn back from all these billion peso spendings? Don't tell me that businessman Manuel Villar will just throw that huge money around for nothing?
Yes, AKALA MO that 7 billion peso campaign spending would be free? You wish. Manny Villar is an astute businessman. Don't forget that. Villar will probably try to earn five times that 7 billion through land speculation and development, the very same tactic which he used to become the country's biggest real estate magnate.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Villar's S.T. means "Singit at Taga"? --Korina
The ongoing spat between Senate President Manny Villar and Senator Ping Lacson seems to be getting out of hand. Lacson dared Villar to get out of his post as Senate president to avoid tainting a possible Senate probe into Villar's alleged complicity with the double insertion scam. Senator Jamby Madrigal meanwhile asked Villar to explain his company's alleged involvement in the C-5 extension to Las Pinas and the scandal involving Villar's alleged role in the construction of the Daang Hari road from Las Pinas to Cavite. Villar's spokesperson Gilbert Remulla tried to parry attacks from all sectors against the beleaguered Senate prexy, saying that Villar's camp is not to be blamed for the decisions of Brittany, a real estate company under the Vista Land Group of Companies, the company owned by Manny Villar. Brittany, says Remulla, is preparing for their own version of this anomaly. Brittany will deny the allegations of Atty. Francisco that they sold their right-of-way to the government for P 97 million pesos.
Villar tried to air his side today with a possible presscon, but things got out of hand this morning when ABS-CBN DZMM anchor Korina Sanchez insinuated that maybe Villar got his billions not from "Sipag and Tiyaga" (ST which means literally in English, hardwork and patience) but probably from "Singit and Taga" (insertions and commissions). Those play of words seemed to have resonated all throughout the country that some of us here in the Internet are talking about it.
This early, I think, Villar should re-think his decision to gun for the highest post of the land. This is a hand-full for his media handlers. I don't think they can change public opinion with just tactical media campaigns. This calls for a more strategic media campaign for them to change public perception and re-imagine Villar's image before the public.
This early, I say, Villar should get out of the presidential derby. Heard from the grapevine that this is just a start of a slew of possible exposes against Villar. Questions---who are orchestrating these attacks?
Answer: Malacanang. Remember that Mike Defensor's sister, Maite, heads the Tollways corporation which transacted with Villar re: the alleged sale of right-of-ways. There are reports that Atty. Francisco got his documents from this company.
Villar tried to air his side today with a possible presscon, but things got out of hand this morning when ABS-CBN DZMM anchor Korina Sanchez insinuated that maybe Villar got his billions not from "Sipag and Tiyaga" (ST which means literally in English, hardwork and patience) but probably from "Singit and Taga" (insertions and commissions). Those play of words seemed to have resonated all throughout the country that some of us here in the Internet are talking about it.
This early, I think, Villar should re-think his decision to gun for the highest post of the land. This is a hand-full for his media handlers. I don't think they can change public opinion with just tactical media campaigns. This calls for a more strategic media campaign for them to change public perception and re-imagine Villar's image before the public.
This early, I say, Villar should get out of the presidential derby. Heard from the grapevine that this is just a start of a slew of possible exposes against Villar. Questions---who are orchestrating these attacks?
Answer: Malacanang. Remember that Mike Defensor's sister, Maite, heads the Tollways corporation which transacted with Villar re: the alleged sale of right-of-ways. There are reports that Atty. Francisco got his documents from this company.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Knowing the "presidentiables": Mar Roxas
Just read At Midfield of my good friend and colleague Ding Gagelonia. They had this dinner with Liberal Party "probable" presidential bet Mar Roxas and the anecdotes point to a rather cozy and excellent meeting with him. He answered most of the questions I posted at FilipinoVoices.com and my other blogs (one of the emerging ones, PinoyObserver which has a very loyal following throughout the globe) and calling Kevin Ray. You don't have to respond anymore coz I now have an inkling on what Mar would do should he get the top plum.
However, what I want our readers to know is, there's something in Abe Margallo's post (read the redherring blogsite) that seems rather disturbing to say the least, about Mar. He wrote about his previous actions and that is not very comforting. Nonetheless, from today up to May 2010, that's a lot of time for a man such as Mar to change perspective. If only the Patriots of the New Generation would actually go speak to him, the way they did with Jamby, then, I believe we will have a probable Obama.
In the next entries of this blog, we will feature the life-stories of these presidentiables. One, to give our people a peek into their lives. And two, to probably help them decide who to vote for come 2010. So, stick around and read!
However, what I want our readers to know is, there's something in Abe Margallo's post (read the redherring blogsite) that seems rather disturbing to say the least, about Mar. He wrote about his previous actions and that is not very comforting. Nonetheless, from today up to May 2010, that's a lot of time for a man such as Mar to change perspective. If only the Patriots of the New Generation would actually go speak to him, the way they did with Jamby, then, I believe we will have a probable Obama.
In the next entries of this blog, we will feature the life-stories of these presidentiables. One, to give our people a peek into their lives. And two, to probably help them decide who to vote for come 2010. So, stick around and read!
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Pathological Traps
Palace PR operators are at it again. They are heightening the Neri testimony to diffuse the situation. They are allowing the media to highlight the former NEDA chief's testimony as if it matters now. The SC has said that Neri could not disclose his conversation with Arroyo. What value or use will his testimony be, since that conversation is the kernel of the truth behind ZTE?
It seems that Arroyo's handlers is propping up the situation in anticipation of a major announcement from their principal. I guess Arroyo will be announcing some major changes in the Cabinet, including the "lateral transfer" of DOTC secretary Leandro Mendoza from the DOTC to the newly formed Aviation Authority. Its a "demotion" which way you look at it and we don't know how Mendo would accept such an offer from the president. Surely though, it would not diminish Mendo's influence at the DOTC, since he has been there since this administration started. Some say it was a reward since Arroyo added more responsibilities to Mendo. However, by the looks of it, it seems that the ground is being prepared for his eventual transfer...
It would be very interesting how Arroyo would dislodge DENR secretary Lito Atienza from his post. Or how about PNP chief Avelino Razon Jr. whom civil society members also want to be "retired" or "resigned"? How would Arroyo handle them?
In the past, Arroyo is known to sacrifice her lieutenants and knights just to survive. Surely, Arroyo will not touch Razon. She might "relocate" not totally remove Atienza from his post. Probably Atienza would be transferred to an ambassadorial post? In Guinea I suppose? Or probably the head of the Luneta Park? Or a government corporation? Or since Atienza is fond of abducting witnesses and ordering them to make the rounds of Cavite-Laguna-Batangas, maybe he's fit to be assigned at the Calabarzon area? Arroyo's very creative, this survivor is, she'll find some inventive ways of solving a problem like Atienza. This early, I believe Atienza is a done deal. He's a goner.
Funny thing
A Pulse Asia survey showed that some of the senators who took part in the ZTE deal hearings suffered from a drop in approval ratings, most especially Joker Arroyo. Everybody's ratings dropped, including those of presidentiables Manny Villar and Mar Roxas. Perplexing, is'nt? Probably people hate Arroyo so much that this hatred is beginning to affect her allies at the Senate. Pulse Asia should probably conduct another poll to see why people reacted that way. This survey may or may not influence the Senate, especially Cayetano who also suffered a drop, to continue with the ZTE probe.
Finally, Big Mike admitted the Wack-Wack meeting
After this controversy, I bet that every influence peddler would (1) learn how to play golf and (2) would visit Wack-Wack more often. Look at Abalos, he chairs the golf club and won for himself a nice trip to the US. Wow, that's something. Maybe i'll play some rounds at WackWack and win myself a trip to the US.
By the way, Big Mike, whom Senator Madrigal referred to as "First Goon", "First Grafter" or what have you (I refer to him as "First Golfer" since, despite his reported illness, continues to play that game of the elites), admitted meeting Joey de Venecia that fateful morning at Wack Wack. Though he never admitted telling Joey to "back off", Big Mike admitted warning Joey though of dipping his hands at government contracts, being a son of the Speaker. However, if you closely examine what transpired, I believe Joey more than Big Mike. If Mike admitted admonishing Joey for having himself involved in a government deal, would it be logical to conclude that, indeed, he said that word "back off"?
On hindsight, what's so bad about Big Mike telling Joey to "back off" from the deal? Nothing. In the context of the meeting, it's not bad for the First Gentleman to tell Joey to back off since, as he said, Joey's the son of the Speaker, right? In fact, if FG admitted saying that, it could have been good for him since that shows you how "protective" he was of the national welfare, right? I think this is worth considering by his publicists.
Let's wait and see, shall we? We only have until March 14. Afterwards, if nothing happens at that time, then, we can all junk all of these things and let bygones be bygones. Anyway, 2010 is just around the corner. Pardon Arroyo again for her infraction and just junk her or charge her in court after 2010. However, I don't think people will just do this at this point. People are tired of the corruption and the hardships this administration has been doing since Day One. I think they will flood UST of warm bodies. If not, then, kalimutan na lang lahat ito and just suffer in silence, okey?
It seems that Arroyo's handlers is propping up the situation in anticipation of a major announcement from their principal. I guess Arroyo will be announcing some major changes in the Cabinet, including the "lateral transfer" of DOTC secretary Leandro Mendoza from the DOTC to the newly formed Aviation Authority. Its a "demotion" which way you look at it and we don't know how Mendo would accept such an offer from the president. Surely though, it would not diminish Mendo's influence at the DOTC, since he has been there since this administration started. Some say it was a reward since Arroyo added more responsibilities to Mendo. However, by the looks of it, it seems that the ground is being prepared for his eventual transfer...
It would be very interesting how Arroyo would dislodge DENR secretary Lito Atienza from his post. Or how about PNP chief Avelino Razon Jr. whom civil society members also want to be "retired" or "resigned"? How would Arroyo handle them?
In the past, Arroyo is known to sacrifice her lieutenants and knights just to survive. Surely, Arroyo will not touch Razon. She might "relocate" not totally remove Atienza from his post. Probably Atienza would be transferred to an ambassadorial post? In Guinea I suppose? Or probably the head of the Luneta Park? Or a government corporation? Or since Atienza is fond of abducting witnesses and ordering them to make the rounds of Cavite-Laguna-Batangas, maybe he's fit to be assigned at the Calabarzon area? Arroyo's very creative, this survivor is, she'll find some inventive ways of solving a problem like Atienza. This early, I believe Atienza is a done deal. He's a goner.
Funny thing
A Pulse Asia survey showed that some of the senators who took part in the ZTE deal hearings suffered from a drop in approval ratings, most especially Joker Arroyo. Everybody's ratings dropped, including those of presidentiables Manny Villar and Mar Roxas. Perplexing, is'nt? Probably people hate Arroyo so much that this hatred is beginning to affect her allies at the Senate. Pulse Asia should probably conduct another poll to see why people reacted that way. This survey may or may not influence the Senate, especially Cayetano who also suffered a drop, to continue with the ZTE probe.
Finally, Big Mike admitted the Wack-Wack meeting
After this controversy, I bet that every influence peddler would (1) learn how to play golf and (2) would visit Wack-Wack more often. Look at Abalos, he chairs the golf club and won for himself a nice trip to the US. Wow, that's something. Maybe i'll play some rounds at WackWack and win myself a trip to the US.
By the way, Big Mike, whom Senator Madrigal referred to as "First Goon", "First Grafter" or what have you (I refer to him as "First Golfer" since, despite his reported illness, continues to play that game of the elites), admitted meeting Joey de Venecia that fateful morning at Wack Wack. Though he never admitted telling Joey to "back off", Big Mike admitted warning Joey though of dipping his hands at government contracts, being a son of the Speaker. However, if you closely examine what transpired, I believe Joey more than Big Mike. If Mike admitted admonishing Joey for having himself involved in a government deal, would it be logical to conclude that, indeed, he said that word "back off"?
On hindsight, what's so bad about Big Mike telling Joey to "back off" from the deal? Nothing. In the context of the meeting, it's not bad for the First Gentleman to tell Joey to back off since, as he said, Joey's the son of the Speaker, right? In fact, if FG admitted saying that, it could have been good for him since that shows you how "protective" he was of the national welfare, right? I think this is worth considering by his publicists.
Let's wait and see, shall we? We only have until March 14. Afterwards, if nothing happens at that time, then, we can all junk all of these things and let bygones be bygones. Anyway, 2010 is just around the corner. Pardon Arroyo again for her infraction and just junk her or charge her in court after 2010. However, I don't think people will just do this at this point. People are tired of the corruption and the hardships this administration has been doing since Day One. I think they will flood UST of warm bodies. If not, then, kalimutan na lang lahat ito and just suffer in silence, okey?
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