Governors, mayors, and lawmakers from Central Luzon have endorsed former Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr.’s senatorial bid.
With over 7.7 million voters, Abalos said Central Luzon remains a crucial stronghold for any national candidate.
Zambales Gov. Hermogenes Ebdane cited Abalos’ experience in encouraging his constituents to support Abalos.
“Kung mayroon mang isang karapat dapat na kandidato na maupo bilang senador, siya yan,”Ebdane said. “Abogado, propesor, naging Secretary ng DILG, naging Chairman ng MMDA—wala ka nang maipipintas sa kanya.”
Meanwhile, Aurora Governor Reynante Tolentino urged Region 3 residents to unify behind Abalos. “In Region 3, let us all support our Senator Abalos,” he said.
Tarlac Governor Susan Yap said Abalos “has always been a friend of Tarlac.”
“Tarlac promises to deliver the votes for you. Not just in Tarlac, I hope the entire Region 3 unites behind Senator Abalos, a true partner of local government units,” Yap said.
Bulacan Rep. Boy Cruz, who spoke on behalf of all mayors in the province, described Abalos as a dependable partner to local governments.
“All the mayors of Bulacan are supporting you. We will do everything we can to help you become Number 1,” Cruz asserted.
Nueva Ecija’s Vice Governor Emmanuel Umali, speaking for Governor Oyie Umali, highlighted the personal connection between Abalos and the province.
“Asahan nyo po Senator, alam po namin ang lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija ay inyong probinsiya din po dahil po sa inyong manugang dun sa bayan ng Aliaga,” Umali said.
Abalos was also endorsed by officials from Bataan and Pampanga.
Abalos expressed his heartfelt thanks to the leaders from Central Luzon.
“Talagang taus-puso po akong nagpapasalamat sa inyo. Si General Ebdane, kasama ko po siya dati noon. He’s always helped me through time. Governor Susan, maraming salamat sa iyo. Sa grupo ng Tarlac, hindi ko kayo makakalimutan. Governor Tolentino, maraming salamat for the whole group for your kind endorsement,” Abalos said.
He also extended his deep gratitude to Bulacan, Bataan, Pampanga, Aurora, and Nueva Ecija.
“Ako po ang magiging boses ninyo. Tandaan ninyo yan. Ngayon eleksyon po, magkaisa tayo. I will take care of you,” Abalos asserted.
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