Michael Apacible Bulletin

  Ang Pagbagsak ng mga "Influencer-Politiko": Isang Leksyon sa Masusing Pagpili at Tunay na Serbisyo Ang resulta ng eleksyon 2025, kung saan maraming mga personalidad mula sa mundo ng social media ang nabigong makamit ang kanilang ambisyong politikal, ay nagsisilbing isang mahalagang pagmumuni-muni para sa ating demokrasya. Ang mga kaso nina Diwata Pares at Marc Gamboa, bagama't magkaiba ang antas ng kanilang nakuhang suporta, ay nagpapakita ng isang lumalalim na pag-unawa sa hanay ng mga botante. Hindi na sapat ang simpleng kasikatan o ang abilidad na humakot ng "likes" at "shares" sa online na mundo upang makakuha ng tiwala at mandato sa tunay na larangan ng serbisyo publiko. Ang pagkabigo ng maraming "influencer-politiko" ay hindi nangangahulugang sarado na ang pinto para sa mga indibidwal na may iba't ibang background na sumabak sa pulitika. Bagkus, ito ay isang malinaw na indikasyon na ang mga Pilipino ay nagiging mas kritikal sa kan...

  Pasig Roars |  Vico Sotto's Landslide: Pasig City Delivers Overwhelming Mandate Pasig City has spoken, and its voice echoed with a resounding clarity. In a historic election, Mayor Vico Sotto secured a landslide victory, garnering an overwhelming 345,375 votes. This decisive mandate stands as a testament to the city's unwavering belief in his leadership, dwarfing his closest competitor, Sara St Gerrard Discaya, who received a mere 29,104 votes. The message is clear: Pasigueños have awakened, choosing a path of integrity and progress. "WE DID IT, PASIGUEÑOS! 15-0, GITING NG PASIG! 🚀" Mayor Sotto's victory speech resonated with a powerful sense of collective achievement. This election was more than just a selection of officials; it was a declaration, a powerful proclamation that the era of traditional, corrupt politics (trapo) is over in Pasig. The people have demanded and chosen a governance that is honest, orderly, and equitable for all. The 15-0 sweep of Sotto...

  Manila's 6th District Shocks: Uy Ousts Abante, Political Undercurrents Swirl The political landscape of Manila's 6th District has witnessed a significant shift. In a result that has undoubtedly sent ripples across the nation, veteran Congressman Bienvenido "Benny" Abante has been defeated by newcomer Joey Uy. The final tally, with Uy garnering a decisive 51,407 votes against Abante's 48,415, marks a significant upset in a district long considered Abante's stronghold. While Abante's loss is undeniably a blow to his political career, it's crucial to view this outcome within a broader context. Abante has been a vocal critic of former President Rodrigo Duterte and, more recently, Vice President Sara Duterte. His defeat, therefore, will likely be interpreted by some as the loss of one critic, but it does not represent a massive shift in the overall numbers of legislators who are critical of the Dutertes' influence. The nearly 48,500 votes Abante still...