Netizens and Social Media News Proclaim Cayetano Winner of VP Debate

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Alan Peter S. Cayetano

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PRESS RELEASE

11 April 2016

Netizens, social media news proclaim Cayetano winner of  VP debate Social media was abuzz with the first and only Vice Presidential Debate organized by the Commission on Elections and CNN Philippines last April 10, especially with the performance of Senate Majority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano.  Cayetano swept the seven (7) rounds of Rappler's online polls, mirroring the performance of his running mate, Davao City Mayor Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte, in the two previous presidential debates. The figures Cayetano obtained were as follows: Round 1 – 47.17% Round 2 – 50.78% Round 3 – 47.62% Round 4 – 41.12% Round 5 – 54.88% Round 6 – 41.57% Round 7 – 51.3% "Editors' pick" Cayetano was also picked by Rappler's editors as the overall winner of the debate, citing his consistency in talking about his platform of government with Duterte, as well as his clear message of political will and leadership.  Cayetano leads CNN online polls The Senate leader also took the lead in CNN Philippines' online polls. During the debate, the news outlet asked online readers who their VP bet is. Cayetano was the top choice, garnering 41 percent of the votes.  In a separate statement, Duterte congratulated his running mate, describing him as the clear winner in the debate. "Alan was able to show the political will, courage, and strength of character that we are offering to the Filipino people. He was able to distinguish himself from the others and put forward our bold solutions to end the country's disorder and realize meaningful change. His performance affirmed my decision to pick him as my running mate. He will truly fight for the people," Duterte said.   This was echoed by Atty. Paola Alvarez, spokesperson of PDP-Laban, Duterte's political party. "Sinusuportahan talaga namin si Sen. Alan bilang ka-tandem ni Mayor Duterte. Lubhang nagustuhan namin ang kanyang debate performance. Naipakita niya kung ano talaga ang agenda ng tambalang Duterte-Cayetano. Pinamalas talaga niya ang tapang ng loob at political will na kailangan sa ating mga namumuno," Alvarez said.  Cayetano is running with Duterte under a comprehensive platform of government, which aims to end the country's disorder caused by crime, illegal drugs, and corruption.

Duterte Congratulates Cayetano on VP Debate Performance

PRESS RELEASE

11 April 2016

Duterte congratulates Cayetano on VP debate performance

(Statement of Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte on the CNN Vice Presidential Debate)

I would like to congratulate my running mate, Senate Majority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano for his wonderful performance in the CNN Vice Presidential debate hosted by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) at the University of Santo Tomas on April 10. Alan was the clear winner in the said debate.

Alan was able to show the political will, courage, and strength of character that we are offering to the Filipino people. He was able to distinguish himself from the others and put forward our bold solutions to end the country's disorder and realize meaningful change. His performance affirmed my decision to pick him as my running mate. He will truly fight for the people.

As we near the elections, I am again asking for your support to help Alan and I win this election. The challenge is daunting and we cannot do it alone. But with your help, nothing is impossible. 

Duterte Threatens to Boycott CDO Debate if Local Media will be Barred

By Mike Frialde (philstar.com) 

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Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte said he would further discuss the possible boycott with PDP-Laban president Sen. Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III. File photo

MANILA, Philippines - Davao City mayor and PDP-Laban standard-bearer Rodrigo Duterte on Monday threated to boycott the Cagayan de Oro City debate scheduled by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on February 21 if local media will be barred from covering it.

“I will not go there also. Pagka ganun (If it’s like that) you limit the (press coverage). Why?” he said.

Duterte told reporters after his appearance at the thanksgiving prayer of his close friend Apollo Quiboloy, founder and leader of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (The Name Above Every Name) church in Davao late Sunday evening.

Duterte, however, added that he would further discuss the possible boycott with PDP-Laban president Sen. Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III.

According to a statement sent by Duterte's camp, the Cagayan de Oro Press Club earlier said it would boycott the Comelec debate after the poll body limited the participation of the local press in the coverage of it.

“There have been many instances in the past when Manila-based media organizations have condescended on the provincial press. The Presidential Debate in the city is no (exception),” the Cagayan de Oro Press Club said in a statement issued Sunday evening. The statement was relayed by Duterte's camp.

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The debate is sponsored by media giants GMA-7, Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas and Philippine Daily Inquirer.

Duterte – who is advocating the passage of the Freedom of Information Bill - said local media should be given equal treatment and be spared from discrimination.

“Kaya nga ako tumatakbong president because I want people from the provinces to be given equal treatment. Kaya ako ay for federalism,” Duterte said.

Duterte and his runningmate Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano spent the weekend in Davao City to cap their first week of election campaign sorties.

After the Cagayan de Oro debate, the Comelec will also conduct similar debates for the presidential candidates in Cebu on March 20 for the Visayas region and in Manila for Luzon on April 24.

Duterte had earlier declined to participate in any debate while the disqualification cases against him were still pending before the Comelec. He later expressed willingness to attend debates after the poll body dismissed all four disqualification petitions lodged against him.