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PH stars comment on the UST vice presidential debate
(UPDATED) Celebrities weighed in on the goings-on – including the intense exchanges – in the vice presidential debate at the University of Santo Tomas

MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) – The vice-presidential debate took place at the University of Santo Tomas on Sunday, April 10, and many celebrities and personalities shared their thoughts about it on social media.

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, Senator Chiz Escudero, Senator Gringo Honasan, Senator Antonio Trillanes IV, Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr, and Camarines Sur Representative Leni Robredo, individuals seeking the second highest office in the land, sounded off on crucial issues, including corruption, poverty, political dynasties, human rights, traffic and other urban issues, Internet connectivity and foreign policy – plus the concern that the VP is just a “spare tire.”

Celebrities who tuned in used their position of influence to voice out their thoughts to encourage the public to tune in, as the candidates debated on matters of public policy.

TV host Bianca Gonzalez reminded her followers to watch the debate, and retweeted environmental advocate Anna Oposa, who said, “People need to stop saying it doesn’t matter who the VP is kasi “walang ginagawa.” There’s something wrong kung walang ginagawa yung VP.”

 (People need to stop saying that it doesn’t matter who the VP is because he ‘doesn’t do anything.’ There’s something wrong if the VP isn’t doing anything.)

 

 


 



 


 

Bianca also commented on that she feels awkward for Binay and Marcos when they were asked about corruption, praised the hosts, and spoke about the candidates’ opinions on the country’s transportation problems.

 

 


 


 

At the end of the debate, Bianca said that it was Robredo and Cayetano who caught her attention.


 

Ramon Bautista, who tuned into Manny Pacquiao’s fight earlier in the day, compared it to the debate. He supports Liberal Party vice presidential bet Robredo.


 


 

Spoken word artist Juan Miguel Severo, who appeared on On the Wings of Love, couldn’t help but curse about the intensity of the exchanges – particularly Cayetano’s remarks.


 


 

Former Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) housemate Fifth Solomon found it funny when Marcos inadvertently flashed a quick “Yes” when asked if he had ever engaged in corrupt practices.


 

YouTube personality Sebastian Castro compared Marcos to presidential candidate Jejomar Binay.


 

Social media star Kimpoy Feliciano commented on several parts of the debate, calling it a “rap battle.” He also said, “Grabe po yung sagutan (The exchanges are intense).”


 

He also commented about the “Yes or No” portions of the debate: particularly if anyone had ever engaged in corruption practices, or if they favor death penalty for corruption charges.


 


 


Singer Mark Bautista did not mention the debate explicitly, but questioned whether Marcos is the one who should answer for his father’s crimes. 


 

Actress Dawn Zulueta tweeted her support for Marcos before heading out of town for a shoot. Dawn also retweeted updates about the debate.

 

 

 


 

Heart Evangelista, Senator Escudero’s wife, called on her followers to show their support on social media by changing their profile pictures.


 

Heart attended the debate at UST herself, in support of her husband. 


 

On our way to the VP debate break a leg my sweetheart #SayChiz

A photo posted by Love Marie Ongpauco Escudero (@iamhearte) on

 

Actress and singer Leah Navarro, a supporter of Liberal Party candidates Robredo and Mar Roxas, spoke her mind as well. As the debate focused on issues related to Senator Marcos’ late father, especially about human rights, she commented on the points that were raised – among other topics discussed in the debate.


 


 


 

She also clarified Leni’s “No” in the “Yes or No” question regarding same-sex marriages.


 

Ellen Adarna posted a photo of her TV screen showing the vice presidential debates. Her caption: “Tonight’s entertainment.” Ellen has voiced out her support for Cayetano’s running mate, presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte, in the past. 

TonightsEntertainment

A photo posted by Ellen Adarna (@maria.elena.adarna) on


  

 

Aiza Seguerra, who also supports Duterte, tuned into the debate, expressing her excitement on Instagram with a photo of the TV screen.

Excited to watch this.

A photo posted by Aiza Diño Seguerra (@aizaseguerra) on


 

Shaina Magdayao tuned into the debate, captioning her Instagram post with the hashtag “#fightcorruption,” and showed her support for Cayetano with another hashtag as well.

#nowwatching #CayetanoVPko #fightcorruption #CNN #Philippines

A photo posted by Shaina Magdayao (@shaina_magdayao) on

 

Chito Miranda tweeted about watching the vice-presidential debate too. He has previously expressed his support for Davao Mayor Rody Duterte, who is Cayetano’s running mate.


 

The vice presidential debate held at UST was organized by the Commission on Elections (Comelec), in partnership with CNN Philippines and Business Mirror.

A third presidential debate is scheduled for April 24. – Rappler.com 

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