When Lito Atienza announced that he would quit the Cabinet in order to run for Manila Mayor in the upcoming elections, voters were certainly gifted with a great choice for the leader of the city. Lito Atienza is for sure a force in Philippine politics and is gifted with a formidable family background. A lot of his kin are in themselves prominent members of the history of Philippine politics. Due to this, it could be rightfully proclaimed that LIto is truly the best choice for the post of Manila Mayor.
The father of Lito Atienza, Jose Atienza Sr, or Pepe was the top leader of the Department of Public Services. He was an honored public servant who would even get up in the middle of the night just to help troubled neighbors. His uncle, Herminigildo Atienza, was appointed Manila Mayor in his own right after the independence of the city. He was a great mayor who was deemed as one of the biggest influences in the founding of the legendary Liberal Party of Philippine politics.
Lito Atienza grew up in a devastated city of Manila that was but a bunch of ruins, walked through the neighborhoods that was but a collection of debris and even swam on the waters of Manila Bay. He would be an ideal Manila Mayor because he grew up in the city in which he desires to lead. He dreamt that he would eventually join Philippine politics, elevate the city of Manila into a greatness which will make the ashes of the war a mere afterthought. By entering the elections for the position of Manila mayor, he can now fight for his dream task of trying to place Manila back to the pedestal where it belongs.
Lito Atienza certainly has all the requisites to become Manila Mayor. He finished his primary and secondary education in Ateneo de Manila University and completed a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from the University of Santo Tomas. Even though their family was wealthy, they were hardworking which enabled Lito to enter into formidable schools. The Atienza family were also very faithful and God fearing. These family values and religious aspects are certainly very important for the position of public servant in Philippine politics.
Perhaps the best qualification of Lito Atienza is his untarnished name. His father Pepe firmly believed that no wealth could ever match the reputation of the heritage of good name backed up with a good education. Lito also had lots of peers and always persevered in order to reach his goals. He would take manual labor jobs and even rode along classmates with cars without shame because he firmly believed in hard work as the bridge to our goals.
Lito Atienza would for sure extend his colored history in his participation in Philippine politics by running for mayor. Being the Manila Mayor would be most revering for him and for the city of Manila given his heritage with the place. He played out not only his life here, but also lived shared his experiences with his family in the city which he envisions to prosper. If he wins, it will truly be for everyone's benefit if we give him a chance to fulfill his dreams of the city for us.
Lito Atienza is the most deserving to become Manila's mayor. He grew from a revered family in Philippine politics and already has vast experience himself as a politician. If elected, he would be living out his dream of becoming Manila Mayor, and leading the city to success. The inhabitants of the city would certainly be rewarded if they decide to make him the next mayor.
-Joel Dumayog
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