Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson is shunning any brand for his political beliefs.
Lacson prefers to be referred to as “pro-Filipino” over being called a supporter of the administration or the opposition bloc. He also believes that being pro-Filipino is also crucial for any united front in the 2022 elections.
“Hindi ako DDS. Hindi ako Dilawan. Kung gusto natin ng unification, PRO FILIPINO dapat tayo,” the former police chief wrote on Facebook.
Lacson made the statement after explaining his offer to Vice President Leni Robredo the “unification formula” for the 2022 elections. Robredo reportedly rejected Lacson’s unity plan during a recent meeting.
Lacson said his offer was actually “a selfless move” since Robredo was seeking a united opposition/front in 2022.
“After all, it was her objective for liaising with different forces or candidates including Mayor Isko Moreno, Sen. Manny Pacquiao, Sen. Richard Gordon, among others,” he said.
Still, Lacson respects Robredo’s decision to reject the unity plan.
“I admit that while there could be some complications attendant to my suggestion, nevertheless, it was a sincere and selfless offer in support of her equally sincere efforts to have one common candidate against whoever will be the administration’s bet,” he said.
Under Lacson’s proposed unification offer, Senate President Tito Sotto will be designated as the common vice presidential candidate.
“That’s who I am. Challenge me and I will deal with it with boldness, honesty, sincerity and sensibility,” he said.
“I take serious matters with utmost seriousness. Concepts are easy to deal with. How to concretize and implement is the hardest part,” he added.
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