Celebrity Effect on 2010 Elections

In the Philippines, starpower is only second to godpower. Celebrities are second only to religious figures. They can push a candidate toward the center stage. I've attended campaign rallies that seemed more like variety shows that an actual attempt to rally support for a cause or an ideology. We have our own way of doing things. It's kind of weird.

I'd vote for him; he's my idol, he'd never lie to me.

 There's no doubt in my mind that celebrity backing plays a role in Philippine elections, we had an action star president. Action star senator. Action star governor. We've had comedy actors as Vice-Mayors and Mayors all over the country. Media exposure means a lot, and is a big ticket to winning the hearts and minds of the hungry people such as myself.

ABS-CBN TV host Kris Aquino is actively involved in the campaign of his brother, Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, while "Wowowee" host Willie Revillame has openly endorsed Nacionalista Party standard bearer Manny Villar for the presidency.

Other personalities who have endorsed either Aquino or Villar are: Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Michael V, Sarah Geronimo, Dingdong Dantes, boxing champ Manny Pacquiao and Comedy King Dolphy.

Other presidential candidates such as Joseph Estrada, Gilbert Teodoro and Bro. Eddie Villanueva also have celebrities endorsing them.

I wonder who will be endorsing Nicanor Perlas.


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