GMA allies in Senate also backing Noynoy?
Some pro-administration senators are considering supporting Liberal Party presidential aspirant Sen. Benigno Aquino III, a lawmaker said yesterday.
In a statement, Sen. Francis Pangilinan said these senators are “torn between” support for Aquino and loyalty to their party.
“They were allies of the late President (Corazon) Aquino and can sense that our people truly want change and reforms,” he said.
Pangilinan said potential allies of Aquino must consider national over personal interests.
“If I may suggest, the nation and its interest and the urgent need for real change should be paramount,” he said.
“We urge them to set aside party loyalty and personal considerations for the good of the nation. If they truly believe in the wave of change that is now upon us, they are welcome to join us and help lead the nation towards a new, progressive direction.
“Our basis of unity is genuine change and reforms. We welcome all those who are willing to support us, as long as this doesn’t come with any preconditions.”
On the other hand, Quezon Rep. Erin Tañada, LP spokesman, said a recent news report that Roxas defended President Arroyo in an impeachment case against her in 2005 was part of a plot to discredit Aquino and Roxas.
“It’s another lie,” he said.
“The lying, cheating and stealing machinery is now working to counter the tandem for truth, honesty and transparency.
“Be wary of flowery words from persons with ‘respectable’ titles. Because more often than not, they forget the truth.”
Tañada said the campaign of deception will come out against the LP presidential and vice-presidential tandem.
“Traditional campaign machineries really work that way,” he said. “That’s why we are fighting against the crooked and to straighten up the government.”
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