we are supposed to change politicians every three to six years. yet we do not change them. especially at the local level. somehow we have already swallowed the notion that these politicians are entitled to three successive terms. whether they have done well or not. at the barangay level, leaders are supported by the mayors, who in turn get supported by the barangay leaders themselves. as do the congressman need the mayors. and so on going upwards.
the incumbents have all the government resources to back them up. the opposition needs to have a lot of money to be able to upset incumbents. all these for a measly pay. yet many of these supporters are so staunch and so determined even risking life or limb in the process of defending their favored candidates. many get killed, and when the smoke clears, the politicians shake hands. while those who risked life for their candidates are forgotten.
in any election, the politician, whether he loses or wins, still stands. amid those who are caught in the crossfire, they would offer a few thousand pesos and a few inspiring words.
we may not know it, but high up, these seemingly opposing camps are really bosom buddies.
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