In more or less six months, the electorate of our country, Philippines , will make another mark of history as we are to vote the person we think fitted to be leaders of our nation. The 2010 election has shown its signs long enough. The Commission on Election has closed the voters registration and for the first time, we will be experiencing computerized voting. The Poll Automation after long process of approval has now come to realization. Also the television is packed with ads by politicians into which they call as infomercials, and also in the newspapers. In the news everyday we are hearing politicians and celebrities announcing their intentions for a government seat and parties proclaiming their new members or their bearers. Included also in the list of election symptoms are the restless issues thrown to these personalities and also party list seeking approval of their participation in the race. During this time of left and right talk of politics and elections, it is also our time to think better of whom to entrust our countyr's future and of our future.
It has been announced and proven that the biggest population of voters goes to the youth and more of them are first time voters. On November 20 those who intend for a seat can submit their Certificate of Candidacies showing that they are ready to join the arena where on battles with the other and it is for the people to decide who will win. As these candidates ready, are we voters ready to chose? I believe many would answer no, and that includes myself.
I am 22 and this is my second time to vote. Before I became voter I have been a member of the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting or the PPCRV in our locality. Our task is to do voters education, candidates forum, observe if standard rules of election are followed, help voters, and being a NAMFREL accredited organization we do quick count too (quick count applies only to municipal level).
As for my experience, I'd like to share some pointers on how to make a choice. First is educate yourself. Know and understand the needs of the community so you may have ideas on which things needs address and who are willing to address such. These candidates have their platform of government pointing out on to which areas they will give attentions. The common agenda of these candidates are: Education, Environment, Employment, Health, Housing, Disaster Management, Economy, Anti- Graft and Corruption, Uplifting Filipinos pride and the many like. Include also in educating yourself by familiarizing yourself with each and every candidate running for the position. Know their background, their achievements, their history as a leader, and of course their programs and beliefs. Attend forums as much as possible or watch televisions that covers or hosts forums or read in the. Also listen to the candidates' supporters and detractors. Understand what they say and find out who were saying the truth. Don't always go for the followers opinions, there are detractors that says the truth. In this way you would know who do you have the same belief. Belief is one important thing for it is in believing you develop trust and remember that the one you will entrust your community. Also, attend voters education or read articles about voters education especially if you are a first time voter. Materials are always available to educate you. I encourage you also to join organizations like PPRCV, Boto Mo Ipatrol Mo of a TV network, or any groups that advocates clean election.
Secondly, pray. Pray for wisdom and presence of mind of whom to mark on your ballot. Remember to keep your ballot sacred. Do not commit sin. One way of committing sin is by selling your vote. This means a voter has accepted any gifts like cash (vote buying) in exchange of a vote. Think of the reason of why they are buyin gyour vote. Do they really want to serve? Being a councilor, mayor or president is public service, and they don't need to birbe you to be of service. Put in mind that no one bribed God to send Jesus on earth to serve. Also pray that God give wisdom and enlighten our future leaders. Entrust them to God and that He may guide them in serving fairly.
Also, on the election day come prepared. Have on your mind the list of the persons you have chosen, or prepare a list. You don't have to worry with wrong spellings because the election committee will give the ballot with the candidates name on it and all you have to do is shade. If have any difficulty in voting, ask for assitance.
May 10, 2010 marks another day of history for the Republic of the Philippines. We are Filipinos, we have the right to suffrage, and that is to choose our leaders through our sacred ballot. Lastly I would like to emphasize that we are Filipinos, and we will vote for Filipinos. As Filipinos we are "Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao, Maka-Kalikasan at Maka-Bansa". Vote wisely.
It has been announced and proven that the biggest population of voters goes to the youth and more of them are first time voters. On November 20 those who intend for a seat can submit their Certificate of Candidacies showing that they are ready to join the arena where on battles with the other and it is for the people to decide who will win. As these candidates ready, are we voters ready to chose? I believe many would answer no, and that includes myself.
I am 22 and this is my second time to vote. Before I became voter I have been a member of the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting or the PPCRV in our locality. Our task is to do voters education, candidates forum, observe if standard rules of election are followed, help voters, and being a NAMFREL accredited organization we do quick count too (quick count applies only to municipal level).
As for my experience, I'd like to share some pointers on how to make a choice. First is educate yourself. Know and understand the needs of the community so you may have ideas on which things needs address and who are willing to address such. These candidates have their platform of government pointing out on to which areas they will give attentions. The common agenda of these candidates are: Education, Environment, Employment, Health, Housing, Disaster Management, Economy, Anti- Graft and Corruption, Uplifting Filipinos pride and the many like. Include also in educating yourself by familiarizing yourself with each and every candidate running for the position. Know their background, their achievements, their history as a leader, and of course their programs and beliefs. Attend forums as much as possible or watch televisions that covers or hosts forums or read in the. Also listen to the candidates' supporters and detractors. Understand what they say and find out who were saying the truth. Don't always go for the followers opinions, there are detractors that says the truth. In this way you would know who do you have the same belief. Belief is one important thing for it is in believing you develop trust and remember that the one you will entrust your community. Also, attend voters education or read articles about voters education especially if you are a first time voter. Materials are always available to educate you. I encourage you also to join organizations like PPRCV, Boto Mo Ipatrol Mo of a TV network, or any groups that advocates clean election.
Secondly, pray. Pray for wisdom and presence of mind of whom to mark on your ballot. Remember to keep your ballot sacred. Do not commit sin. One way of committing sin is by selling your vote. This means a voter has accepted any gifts like cash (vote buying) in exchange of a vote. Think of the reason of why they are buyin gyour vote. Do they really want to serve? Being a councilor, mayor or president is public service, and they don't need to birbe you to be of service. Put in mind that no one bribed God to send Jesus on earth to serve. Also pray that God give wisdom and enlighten our future leaders. Entrust them to God and that He may guide them in serving fairly.
Also, on the election day come prepared. Have on your mind the list of the persons you have chosen, or prepare a list. You don't have to worry with wrong spellings because the election committee will give the ballot with the candidates name on it and all you have to do is shade. If have any difficulty in voting, ask for assitance.
May 10, 2010 marks another day of history for the Republic of the Philippines. We are Filipinos, we have the right to suffrage, and that is to choose our leaders through our sacred ballot. Lastly I would like to emphasize that we are Filipinos, and we will vote for Filipinos. As Filipinos we are "Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao, Maka-Kalikasan at Maka-Bansa". Vote wisely.
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