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05/05/2025

05/05/2025

The real essence of a Super City

In - Depth : Manny Canto

I had the chance to be with my sisters family Caruel , Sarah Jane and Alexia Casimiro who came all the way from Australia for a vacation and celebrated the 18th Birthday of my niece Alexia Casimiro. We opted to stay in Taguig upon the recommendation of my friends from Manila. Indeed we did not regret staying in Taguig , the experience at BCG which is a classic example of how a super city looks like.

Kudos to the local officials for the good leadership of making the city in the tourism map. It takes a good leader to encourage and give investors a haven for investments. Without the cooperation of the private sector Taguig will not make it . So it is in the hands of the local government unit to make things happen. Tagiug preserved the century old tress along the city's highway that despite the high rise heat index motorist can appreciate the environmental friendly Taguig. Unlike in the City of Bacolod wherein the century old tress along old airport area were cut without exhausting all the alternatives not to cut just to pursue whatever government projects being undertaken. The most I can say is it takes two to tango.

If you have the opportunity I strongly recommend to visit Taguig. Here are some of the snapshot in one of the tourist attraction in Taguig.

Caruel , Sarah Jane and Alexia Casimiro

02/05/2025

The RIGHT to vote is the DUTY to vote RIGHT

In - Depth : Manny Canto

To borrow the wisdom of Atty. Renecito Novero and I qoute " The RIGHT to VOTE is the DUTY to VOTE RIGHT." This statement really make sense. Most of us forgot the sacredness of our freedom of suffrage. Most of us rely only on the empty promises of some of the candidates. Please be reminded always that the incumbent candidates in whatever position they are seeking re-election has the burden of proving that they performed well in their previous term.

The performance of the re- electionist must be taken into consideration and our basis of electing them again. If they didn't perform then what is the point of giving them the mandate again. It is better to take our chances to the neophyte with an impressive academic credentials , qualifications and experience in their own field of endeavor.

Why is it important to vote for someone truly qualified? Again , this question applies to all of us. To vote for a truly qualified candidate is the very essence of our duty to vote right. Let us not be succumbed to the gospel truth persuation of the politicians. They are used to it every election time , they will invent all the sweet promises we can just imagine. But review its record how many times they occupy such position ? And what are the significant performance they accomplished if any for the benefit of all?

Again from the wisdom of Atty. Renecito Novero " Kindness and compassion are valuable, but they aren't enough to lead a city. We all have different needs, and it takes a level-headed, capable leader to make decisions that benefit everyone. Before voting this May 12, take time to review each candidate’s credentials and track record.
"The RIGHT to vote is the DUTY to vote RIGHT."

Indeed this statement can be applied not only in the city of Bacolod but to the entire electorate in this country. In the 4th District one experienced public servant and highly qualified to become the next representative of the 4th district is Engr. Lea Delfinado. Her experience , moral excellence and credentials can attest to the fact of her impressive qualifications. New to politics but her experience in government service is her strength that she can deliver what the 4th District people badly needs. She is the classic example of a good leader. Her track record in government service is very commendable of which her peers can attest to that.

Do not believe on the result of the survey posted in social media. Any result of the survey conducted is debatable. The real survey will happen on May 12, 2025. The real voice of the people will be heard. Surveys is just for bandwagon effect, the truth still remains in the hearts and minds of the electorate. No matter what you are the author of the future of the next generation, if we commit the same mistake again and again then we are depriving the next generations of a good leader and govermance that will translate to economic gains and can elevate all of us from the cobweb of poverty. If the government service can be felt and delivered , then that's it we are all winners, because we choose the right person for the position.

31/03/2025

Mental Health issues

In - Depth: Manny Canto

During the opening salvo of Team KaaLEAdo at the Bago City Colesium one of the legislative agenda of Engr. Leo Carlo Delfinado who is running for Board Member of 4th district of Negros Occidental is to prioritize the mental health issues.

A young man with the passion for public service. The mental health issues was not given a thorough attention of the national government. The Philippine government for the record is not one hundred percent serious enough to consider the mental health issue as a problem.

Everyday anywhere in the Philippines we can see mentally disturbed individuals roaming along the streets , neglected by the family considering the fact that they cannot afford the high cost of medication and with no government support.

They are begging for food, with no roof over their head. Just a normal sight for all of us , we treat them as menace of society. Poor , neglected , nobody is willing to take good care of them. How can an ordinary citizen respond to this situation when even the government doesn't care.

At the end of the day we still continue to eat our lunch or dinner as if they don't exist. It is incumbent and responsibility of the government to cater to the needs of this unfortunate members of our society. It is not their fault being in that situation maybe some of them are also victims of unfortunate incidents.

Who among us would like to experience the same ? Of course non of us. Prevention is better than intervention. At the early stage supposed to be the government must interfere so that they can be treated accordingly at the early stage. The government failed to provide facilities in dealing with mental health concerns particularly here in Negros Occidental.

Kudos to Engr. Leo Carlo Delfinado and the entire Team KaaLEAdo headed by Engr. Lea Delfinado who is an aspirant to be the next Congresswoman of the 4th District. The needed legislation is long overdue as far as mental health issues is concerned. With this young man who has the tenacity , understanding and concern for the welfare of the mentally disturbed members of our society , people in the 4th district your vote for him will not be wasted. In the same manner your vote for Engr. Lea Delfinado for Congresswoman representing the 4th District will be beneficial to all. She will also ensure to legislate enabling law to support her son in the local level. The wait is over , the 4th District is on the right track if they will give chance to these candidates who has the passion for true and genuine public service. People first before themselves.

Mental health issues continue to rise, the mentally disturbed also would like to be counseled , however they don't know where to go. And besides the high cost of Psychiatrist fees is one hindrance for them.
It’s true, mental health services are expensive and here in Negros Occidental the services and facilities is limited.

Moving forward if Team KaaLEAdo will be given the mandate they will bring these services to the 4th District , the very essence of genuine public service. When the mental health services is accessible it will have a huge impact not only in the 4th District but in the entire Negros Occidental.

People in the 4th district you need these leaders. It is within your power to embrace change in the 4th District. The change begins with you.

30/03/2025

Atras Negrense

In - Depth : Manny Canto

The Panaad Festival was established by the previous Negros Occidental Governors to showcase the products and culture of the municipalities and cities in the entire province of Negros Occidental.History would tell us that the negrenses embraced this festival as their own.

However , the experienced now going to Panaad and eat or buy something almost everyone is clamoring of the high cost of goods they sell. Particularly the cost of food it is like you are eating in a first class restaurant or a hotel. In a hotel set up it is understandable because we are not paying only for the food but for the ambiance. Airconditioned room and the ambiance is superb conducive for relaxation while eating.

Unlike in Panaad set- up especially now that is summertime how can you appreciate the ambiance and most importantly the high cost of food. Even Governor B**g Lacson said that the high cost of food and the other goods they sell will be to the disadvantage of the Local Government Units who is in charge of their respective booth.

Indeed , if instead of Abanse Negrense , the best motto now is Atras Negrense. Simply put people will draw back considering the high cost of goods and stuff they sell specifically the basic needs of all - FOOD.

In my opinion , it is now within the leadership of Governor B**g Lacson to rectify the issues of high cost of food being sold their , it is command responsibilty Governor B**g Lacson pure and simple.

30/03/2025

VOTE OBJECTIVELY

In - Depth: Manny Canto

Let us always remember that our right of suffrage is very important , we will exercise it with prudence by voting wisely. Don't be deceived by the sweet promises of politicians during the campaign. Listen to your heart and conscience based on objective choice.

Please be reminded not to sell your vote. If you accept money in exchange for your vote , then you can be likened to a cheap merchandise. Time and again we are the reason why we are still a poor country because we still elect the wrong person to the position.

The basic services intended for the people went to the wrong pockets. Hence, every election they capitalized the poor people buy some of the electorate who can be bought so that again they will cling to power. It became a vicious cycle. For the sake of the next generation , please let us think twice before we cast our vote.

Scrutinize carefully the candidates qualifications , and the most important one is their ability and capability to serve the people coupled with a genuine heart for public service. If a person has a heart and passion for public service then we can never go wrong.

Now , the people in the 4th District have seen and experienced the heart and passion of the Delfinados for public service. The whole Team KaaLeados has been in diffrent barangays in the 4th district. They have been to remote places in the countryside just to deliver the much needed basic services like rice assistance and health care services. Engr. Lea Delfinado and his son are seeking for public office. They have been to your place for consultation of your immediate concerns which is health care and immediately they responded to your plea. Even on Sundays the KaaLEAdos are busy delivering the basic health care services you need. What an exemplary kind of leadership, to my mind they deserve your vote this forthcoming election.

Under the baton of Engr. Lea Delfinado who is seeking to be your 4th District Representative and Engr. Leo Carlo Delfinado for Board Member make things happen . Engr. Lea Delfinados exemplary leadership and her outstanding contribution to the DPWH and the community will be her strength and your basis why she will perform the same in the 4th District.

In the same manner her son Engr. Leo Carlo Delfinado left his stable job in Metro Manila and seek public office in the name of public service. Public service should I say is embedded in the hearts and minds of the Delfinados. If you ask me if they deserve to be in public service? My answer would be an explosive YES !!!. I

I am not a long time friend of the Delfinados but based on the records I knew , it can speak for themselves. The professional experience and record of the Delfinados can speak for them.

Their lives is an open book particularly Engr. Lea Delfinado whose record in government service is outstanding she is not new in delivering government service to the people. Apparently even in their private capacity and at their own expense without an aid from the government they are doing what is supposed to be done by the government. Indeed the genuine heart for public service is embedded already in their system . The true tenets of a good leader , the care for humankind is in their values considering before they experienced the same .

28/03/2025

Team El Cid

In - Depth: Manny Canto

This morning the Team El Cid Familiaran conducted a Press Conference at the new building of Portias Store.

When asked by the Bacolod media if elected what can he can give or deliver to the Bacolodnons? He said that if ever the people of Bacolod will give him the mandate , he will first conduct a due deligence on the financial status of the city before he can proceed to his administrative agenda.

When asked about his strength he added that he is relying on his experience as a corporate man before he joined politics. To borrow the words of Atty. B**g Dilag the mayoralty race is between the untarnished and the undefeated.

Hence the credibility and untarnished record of mayoralty aspirant El Cid Familiaran can speak for himself. His aspiration for Bacolod City government is to be free from graft and corruption issues.

This is also the very reason why Abang Lingkod Party- List Representative Stephen " Caraps " Paduano decided to convince Vice- Mayor El Cid Familiaran to run for Mayor. He believes based on records that Vice- Mayor El Cid has no graft and corruption issues attached to his name.

On the other hand Atty. Renecito Novero is highly qualified to become again the next Vice Mayor of Bacolod City. His experienced in the legislative department is also outstanding. The 12 Councilor aspirants also presented their individual legislative agenda. One struck me most is the statement of Barangay Captain Bebing Noble prioritizing the benefits of senior citizens which is timely considering they are in their twilight years.

As the campaign period commences today all the aspirants must do its best to convice the electorate worthy of their vote. Again just a reminder to all Bacolod electorate to vote according to an objective assesment and scrutinize the qualifications of each candidate.