Why wait 100 days post election? That will be too late. This is a critical time in our lifetime of choosing the right president of our country. It is better to expose all the so-called “TRAPOS” around him now. I currently live in the US and I follow very closely, what goes on in my homeland. To go back to your comments, it is sad to say that Ted Failon might be on your list.
It is also very disappointing to see that Noynoy refused to attend the recent presidential forum. I do not know why the media failed to make a big deal out of it; because it is crucial, Noynoy’s supporters must realize what kind of candidate he really is. It is inexcusable. If this happens in the US, this will be an early Christmas season for CNN, MSNBC, and FOX News. They will be will be on his face asking him why? What is more important being out of town or being the head of states? etc. I truly applaud the media for sponsoring such events and I would like to see more of this happens multiple times. Having nine candidates is bad enough to confuse voters.
Regarding the debate, only Senator Richard Gordon impresses me the most. He is the most accomplished candidates in regards to his records of accomplishment. A long time public servant for the people. It is a no brainer; pick a candidate who has achieved much accomplishment in his lifetime. I listened to his two of his radio interviews with Magic 89.9 and watched his TV interviews. I have to tell you, I can only imagine on how far he can take the country if he becomes the next president. The one that is impressive, he said he will be a “salesman president” to gather more investment for the country, he also talked about how he was able to convince FedEx to invest in Subic.

This article explains FedEx/Subic. Also includes an article when Fedex left Subic Bay.

http://www-cgi.cnn.com/ASIANOW/asiaweek/96/0719/biz6.html

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/subicbay/message/326?l=1

Election time is here again. Many of you will shrug this off as another of those futile exercise that we as a dysfunctional nation go through.

Let me tell you, THIS TIME IT IS DIFFERENT. IF we make it so. Why?

1. This is the FIRST TIME THAT IT IS AUTOMATED: COMPLETE WITH FINGERPRINTS (BIOMETRICS). Naysayers talk of loopholes. But one thing is sure: Cheating will certainly be cut down (no ghost voters, no carbon papers, etc…)now. I say, first time. The next time around,some smart-pinoys will know how to go around it. Then cheating begins to accelerate again. WE HAVE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS FIRST AUTOMATED ELECTION.

2. We are now in a precarious situation: World financial crisis, Ondoy, Pepeng, Mt. Mayon, especially the pervasive apathy etc… We are slowly trudging to our doom. If we do not elect a good president this time, we will spiral down this pit. But, if we elect a good president, there is a big chance that we can rise up very quickly too. That is, if the next president will know how to position our country in the current world crisis.

3. There are more alternative media: more social networks,SMS/GMS and information is much much more accessible than before.

4. We have better choices (of candidates) now. Believe me! We do have a GOOD CHOICE!

MY APPEAL TO THE EDUCATED FILIPINOS WHO HAVE MORE ACCESS TO INFORMATION IS THIS: We must vote for the MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATE TO LEAD us. AND we must CONVINCE all people within our circle of influence to vote for our choice! We, the educated people of our land should pave the way for our next president. Not the artista’s, singers, paid-media persons and other personalities. PLEASE! WE DO THIS CORNY THING EVEN JUST THIS ONCE.

HOW?
1. Be objective! Examine the candidates well. WITHOUT biases you know, surveys, benefits that you’ll gain when he’s president (for your business or careers–Pls., esp. not this! kaya naghihika-us tayo eh.), party-affiliations, strategic voting, etc… Here are some links that might start you out:

PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES:
by GMA (audio)
http://www.gmanews.tv/video/53577/kilalanin-forum-09-jan-2010
by ANC (video)
http://www.pinoychannel.tv/watch/v-185258?title=HARAPAN%2012/02/09%20PART%201/12
by Carlos Romulo Foundation presidential policy debate on Jan 14. (will send the links of recorded video if i can find one)

Che-Che Lazaro did a comprehensive interview of the candidates in alphabetical order. (You may also search for the interviews of candidates in the search box of probetv):

Sen. Benigno Aquino
http://www.probetv.com/index.php?option=com_probetv&view=video&layout=program&id=0&Itemid=8&vi=1417

Sen. Richard Gordon
http://www.probetv.com/index.php?option=com_probetv&view=video&layout=program&vi=1541&Itemid=8

Sec. Gilbert Teodoro
http://www.probetv.com/index.php?option=com_probetv&view=video&layout=program&vi=1344&Itemid=8

Sen. Manuel Villar
http://www.probetv.com/index.php?option=com_probetv&view=video&layout=program&vi=1311&Itemid=8

2. Do a background check on your chosen candidate: Google search, I think will do. Check allegations, counter allegations etc… (Allotted time: please do this fast! by next month: February: you should be sure of your candidate)

3. Once you are sure of your candidate, convince your household members, drivers, yaya, extended families, friends, etc… I think, our words are more credible and I hope we be relentless in convincing die-hards who are already stuck with an unsuitable candidate.

4. Go out and Vote this May (If you can). And if possible volunteer as a pollwatcher. Calling esp. the IT/computer geeks: please study the automated election well. If you see any prob., you can text/FB/e-mail etc… so we be aware what to watch out for.

5. Please pass this e-mail to all Pinoys out there.

Thank you very much.
May we rise to be a great nation once again.
God bless the Philippines!
Mabuhay!

actually, no if you’re asking about those i find hypocritical.

ano kayang position ang gusto niyang maibigay sa kanya ni noynoy? secretary of (removed by admin) affairs?

mwehehehehe!

narinig mo? parang may umaray banda dun.

i will. just send me $100.