Here are some people who left a powerful message as they cast their ballot
With the May 9 elections concluding with turmoil, cases of violence, and a whole lot of anxiety, it’s easy to forget how amazing it can be to play a role in the country’s future.
The wearing of cultural attires in voting is a tradition started by their beloved father, Bong. They continue this tradition to show that they are proud Igorots who are proud of their heritage and culture. “I nearly broke down and cried in the middle of Culiat High School. I thought maybe it’s because I wouldn’t be able to live to vote and I was so happy to tears that I was able to,” he toldThe artist also got emotional after casting his ballot. “I remember looking at my ballot receipt and thinking to myself- how beautiful my receipt was. I went to a restroom and more tears came.”
Amid long queues and scorching heat, who among the presidential candidates waited for hours or had VIP access during Election Day?In Baybay City, Eufenio Natividad made sure to cast his ballot, despite being injured. Natividad was injured during a landslide in Barangay Kantagnos and lived in an evacuation center.
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