Senatorial bet Jose Jessie Olivar wants gov't to promote organic farming

Senatorial candidate Jose Jessie Olivar wants the government to take further steps to promote organic agriculture in the country.

In a series of TikTok posted on Facebook, Olivar campaigned for organic abono for farmers, and education on proper farming methods and livelihoods.

"Ang tunay na kaunlaran ay nagsisimula sa masaganang ani at maunlad na pamumuhay, gaya ng noon kung kailan ang ating mga ninuno ay umaasa sa lakas ng kalabaw at yaman ng lupa," said the farmer from Ormoc, Leyte.

"Hindi lang tayo magbibigay ng suporta—ituturo rin natin ang tamang paraan ng pagsasaka at kabuhayan upang masigurong pangmatagalan ang ani at asenso," he added.

Meanwhile, in several posts on Facebook, another senatorial candidate David D’Angelo shared his disappointment with the collapse of a bridge in Isabela, saying it was money wasted.

“Nakakalungkot [isipin] na tila naglalaho na lang parang bula ang pera ng taumbayan sa mga proyektong mukhang maganda at kapakipakinabang pero sa huli ay mukhang nagkulang sa tamang proseso at konstruksyon,” he said.

He also called on the government to defend the ancestral lands of indigenous peoples after sharing a video of their homes destroyed in Balabac, Palawan.

“Kapag tayo ay nanalo, mananagot ang lahat ng mga lumalapastangan sa mga katutubo. Hindi na kayo nahiya na ang lupang hindi naman sa inyo ay inaangkin ninyo at pinapahirapan ang mga katutubong mula noon hanggang ngayon ay nauna dyan,” he said.

Through a Facebook reel, independent candidate Angelo de Alban assured his supporters that he would not steal from the country's coffers.

He said he is willing to show his bank accounts to prove that his campaign ran on his budget and donated campaign materials from his supporters.

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Reelectionist Senator Bong Go emphasized the government's commitment to strengthen healthcare access nationwide as he led the inauguration of the Super Health Centers (SHC) in Agno and Bani, Pangasinan.

Go also conveyed his appreciation to all healthcare workers across the country, recognizing their dedication and sacrifices, especially in underserved communities. Go reaffirmed his advocacy for more health centers and medical assistance programs to ensure that Filipinos, regardless of location, receive the healthcare they need.

Lawyer Raul Lambino took to Facebook live to address pressing national issues, particularly press freedom, education, and economic reforms. Speaking from Davao City, where he was set to attend a major youth rally, Lambino reiterated his commitment to several key issues.

He said that government officials were actively monitoring and accusing content creators of spreading misinformation while ignoring the presence of anonymous social media accounts that contribute to online discourse.

“Lalo lalo ang usaping press freedom kasi maraming nangangamba sa mga vloggers at may-ari ng pages o accounts sa Facebook, TikTok, Instagram at iba pa na sila ngayon pinagbabantaan na maaaring kasuhan sila sa pagpapakalat ng fake news," he said. 

(Especially on the issue of press freedom, because many vloggers and owners of pages or accounts on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms are now being threatened with lawsuits for spreading fake news.)

Lambino also underscored the importance of education in addressing poverty, citing his struggles in pursuing higher education. He called for curriculum reforms to keep up with global standards, highlighting the need for stronger STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

He also tackled the need for economic and technological advancements, emphasizing the importance of embracing digital finance, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology to improve financial transactions and reduce corruption.

Lambino, as seen on singer-songwriter and lawyer Jimmy Bondoc’s Facebook live, attended the Hugpong Youth Convention in Azuela Cove, Lanang, Davao City along with fellow candidates, Jimmy Bondoc, Philip Salvador, Vic Rodriguez, Senators Bong Go and Bato Dela Rosa. 

Willie Revillame also paid a visit to supporters in Biñan, Laguna, paid a courtesy call with Mayor Walfredo  Dimaguila Jr. and Vice Mayor Angelo Alonte, and held a motorcade. —Jiselle Anne Casucian/Sherylin Untalan/LDF, GMA Integrated News

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