Netizens rejoice over Miriam’s presidential bid
MANILA, Philippines – Several netizens were pleased and expressed support after learning of Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago’s presidential bid.
The senator expressed her intent to run for president on Tuesday afternoon during the book signing of her book “Stupid is Forevermore.”
Some netizens said they have been waiting for Santiago’s announcement and she brought back reasons for them to register and vote for the 2016 polls.
Nice! Ang pinaka aantay ko na kumandidato. #Miriam2016
— BryanGarciaCastillo (@Khirby12) October 13, 2015
@senmiriam I have waited for so long for this. I missed two presidential elections twice. THIRD time I will not. I'm for #Miriam2016
— JOY (@littleccjrrrm) October 13, 2015
The time has come!! #Miriam2016 https://t.co/WIjNX0YI9E
— james paul a. santos (@jpas0492) October 13, 2015
Finally magkakaroon na ko ng drive to vote for 2016 elections. Thank God for @senmiriam #Miriam2016
— Ana (@anailaw) October 13, 2015
Now i have my reason to vote #Miriam2016
— Khat Solitaire (@ako_si_Khat) October 13, 2015
OKAY GAGANAHAN NA KO BUMOTO #Miriam2016
— Jenebiev (@namjenchy) October 13, 2015
Previous COC filed by politicians, I wasn't sure of who to vote. Now, I'm absolutely sure! #Miriam2016
— Sarah Segura Lemeric (@SarahSLemeric) October 13, 2015
Even others who cannot vote yet due to underage expressed hopes that they can vote for Santiago.
This is why I already want to be 18 and be able to vote #Miriam2016
— Angelica Mae (@angelicapolsx) October 13, 2015
I hope i can vote for this upcoming elections pls pls.. Urgh #Miriam2016
— chezamaeran (@manikacheza) October 13, 2015
Other netizens also consider Santiago’s presidential bid a good news after prospective presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte announced that he is not running for president. Netizens consider Santiago as a good alternative.
#Miriam2016 dahil hndi tatakbo c Duterte,mappapunta kay miriam ang boto ko
— Angel (@destinyanj09) October 13, 2015
Walang Duterte? Edi Miriam! #Miriam2016
— Daniel (@dnylmnt) October 13, 2015
When Duterte decided not to run, finally #Miriam2016 will.
— ||markie?? (@markiern) October 13, 2015
Malaki chance ni Miriam siya yung sasalo or pwede sumalo sa mga na dismaya na supporters ni Duterte #Miriam2016
— MNL (@MckSbw) October 13, 2015
Someone said it would be exciting if ever Duterte changes his mind and runs as Santiago’s vice president instead.
what if Mayor Duterte is gonna be her running mate..excited to.. #Miriam2016
— myksierra (@alphasier) October 13, 2015
Some netizens cited Santiago’s accomplishments as a lawmaker, her integrity as a leader and how she is perfect for the presidential post.
Pushed for RH bill, called for review of VFA twice, and didn't give DAP to questionable NGOs. Ngl, good track record. #Miriam2016
— bri (@gabbersib) October 13, 2015
They also suggested a tandem with Liberal Party’s vice presidential candidate Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo for an-all-women leadership.
I'll go for #Miriam2016 and #Leni2016 if ever! Women of Character and Integrity!
— Renz Christian (@itsrenzyboi) October 13, 2015
Due to Santiago’s presidential bid, some got excited for the presidential debate and what the senator has to offer for the country.
THERE SHALL BE A PUBLIC DEBATE! LET'S SEE KUNG ANO IBABATONG ARGUMENTS NILA POE, BINAY, AT ROXAS! #MIRIAM2016!
— Alice Valentine (@RockXtar_24) October 13, 2015
I just died. Let the Hunger Games BEGIN!!! #Miriam2016 pic.twitter.com/HHYVYKAorb
— Mikaelo (@i_m_peRFect) October 13, 2015
Game changer 'to. #Miriam2016
— Darth MaiDer (@AlexMikGarcia) October 13, 2015
The hashtag “Miriam2016” is currently the top trending topic in the Philippines.
The senator is scheduled to file her candidacy for president on Friday.
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