Mixed reactions on Leni's VP bid trend on social media

MANILA, Philippines — Netizens expressed support and disappointment following Liberal Party’s announcement of Camarines Rep. Leni Robredo is its vice-presidential candidate and running mate of standard-bearer, Manuel “Mar” Roxas II.

Some netizens approved of Robredo’s decision to pursue the vice presidency, citing her integrity and reputation as a lawyer and leader in Camarines Sur.

Supporters noted how Robredo broke the political dynasty in Camarines Sur.

I say YES to LENI ROBREDO not because she's a Bicolana like me but because she's a woman of character and integrity. #LabanLeni

— Sonia Marie Bacares (@smbacs) October 5, 2015

Leni Robredo axed the political dynasty in Cam Sur and brought back the trust and confidence in Bicol Politics. ;-)'

— Jerson P. Miranda (@wysiwyg027) October 5, 2015

Defending poor clients who can't afford lawyers. Leni Robredo also authored 30 bills and co-authored 100 more.

— Me. I am Mikel (@bakedmike13) October 5, 2015

Thank you Atty. Leni Robredo. Of all the candidates that announced their intention, you are indeed a game-changer. You deserve to be there.

— JP Tanyag (@dumidyeypee) October 5, 2015

Will Vote Leni Robredo for Vice President! Nice move! #LeniRobredo

— melodudey (@melodeerawrr) October 5, 2015

Other netizens said Robredo’s announcement made the selection of vice presidential candidates easier.

May dahilan na ako para bumuto sa 2016. Whooah Leni Robredo

— Charlie Puth (@nicalucerogrts) October 5, 2015

The choice for VP has become easier with Leni Robredo.

— Alona Monegro (@daiLou) October 5, 2015

Leni Robredo for VP? Mukhang boboto na talaga ako!

— CARL (@potassium102) October 5, 2015

While some netizens are rejoicing over Robredo’s move, others were disappointed finding her declaration too early as she has only rendered three years as Camarines Sur's congresswoman.

Disappointed with Leni Robredo.

— Chieyk Xiao (@xchieyk) October 5, 2015

I don't need a veep that can easily be swayed by peer pressure. Leni Robredo turned me off. Big time

— Warm Blood (@thewarmblood) October 5, 2015

Some netizens said that although they like Robredo as an individual, they will still not choose her as a vice president.

I like you Mrs. Leni Robredo, but I don't think we need someone like you as VP.

— Sarah Delizo (@prinsesadelizo) October 5, 2015

Sana talaga hindi na lang tumakbo si Leni Robredo.

— Moi Villanueva (@moivillanueva) October 5, 2015

Some netizens lamented how Robredo was initially reluctant to run for a higher post and considered her decision as “having no choice.”

Robredo admitted in her acceptance speech that she was ridiculed as "pabebe" due to her resistance.

"Sa tagal nga po ng prosesong pinagdaanan upang makapagdesisyon, ang kantiyaw na po sa akin ng iba sa inyo, nagpa-pabebe na lang daw po ako," Robredo said in her speech.

Leni Robredo for VP?? I thought she said she wasn't running for "big" positions??

— Leizel Agregado (@akaLayzel) October 5, 2015

Leni Robredo agad agad tatakbo bilang VP??..nyare???

— babyjhean1 (@bautistajhean1) October 5, 2015

si leni robredo yung kaklase mong pinilit kumandidato ng buong block kasi una, walang ibang choice, and pangalawa, wala din siyang choice

— paulie bleeker (@jomskywalker) October 5, 2015

@ashleyellaine LP doesnt have anyone left but Leni. "Robredo" rings a bell not just in Bicol but in PH.

— Sonia Marie Bacares (@smbacs) October 5, 2015

Robredo, widow of late Liberal Party member and Interior Secretary Jesse Robredo, was also compared to former President Corazon Aquino who was also a widow who eventually decided to run for a higher position.

I hope ang pagtakbo ni Leni Robredo is because kaya nya, at iboboto sya ng tao hindi dahil sa nangyari sa asawa nya. Parang yung kay cory.

— Dan Joseph Jaro (@dandanjaro) October 5, 2015

Leni Robredo for VP? Hmm. Must read up about her first before commenting. I hope it's not another "Cory" in PH history.

— Jerica Paz (@jrcmy) October 5, 2015

Leni Robredo... the next Cory Aquino. Typical politician's house-wife running for a position. Ugh! #sympathyvote

— Jules Roel Ceniza (@cjulesroel) October 5, 2015

Some netizens who support Robredo also made their own tandems apart from what they called “Ro-Ro” or Roxas-Robredo tandem.

duterte for president and Leni Robredo for vice! De Lima for senator In MINDANAO GO GO GO

— leo S. Domondon (@DomondonS) October 5, 2015

Now Leni Robredo has declared that she's running for VP. Looking forward to Duterte's declaration!

— Ken (@kennethdeleon) October 5, 2015

Others also suggested Sen. Grace Poe to can partner with Robredo to possibly make history as the first time women are occupying the two top government posts. 

There's a part of me hoping that Grace Poe and Leni Robredo win next year, so that women can run this country, as God intended.

— Camille B. Naredo (@camillenaredo) October 5, 2015

“Leni Robredo” is the second trending topic on Twitter in the Philippines after she declared her vice-presidential bid at the historic Club Filipino in San Juan on Monday morning. However, some remained clueless on her identity.

sorry i dnt know leni robredo LOL im from the visayas...im for Duterte for Pres if he decides to run then chiz escudero for VP

— myonly_xianshine (@only_antonette) October 5, 2015

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