Cesar Montano: Crash Course in Politics
Here’s a quick thought regarding Cesar Montano getting a crash course in politics:
The story that came out that Cesar Montano is going to get a crash course in politics and governance, begs the question, just who exactly is going to give him the course? The wrong review center, can sometimes be the defining decision that let’s you pass or fail an exam, as most bar examinees or board examinees will tell you. And even then, this analogy falls short, because at least those who take board and bar exams have had years in studying their respective fields. Sadly, Boboy has not.
Going back to our question, just who is giving our dear Boboy the lesson in politics and governance?
The answer, of course, is The Administration.
The story is below:
Manila (19 February) — Acknowledging that he has a lot of catching up to do when it comes to politics, actor and senatorial aspirant for the administration Cesar Montano is gearing up for a “crash course” on politics to help him especially during the campaign period.
A neophyte in the political arena, Montano said he believed that he could learn a lot from his fellow candidates in the administration’s TEAM unity, but the actor said that he was getting a mentor for the campaign.
“I’m asking for a crash course on politics. I know I have a lot of catching up to do,” Montano said in interview in Cebu City, a day after TEAM Unity’s proclamation rally, which was also attended by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
Cesar said he was looking for someone “experienced” and “who knew almost everybody in politics” to help him get through the campaign and explain his platform.
When asked to confirm reports that it would be Danny Gozon, who has been identified with the administration, who would serve as Montano’s campaign manager, President Political Adviser Gabriel Claudio said he knew Gozon had been recommended to the actor, but that he had no information if a decision had been made.
Montano said his platform would revolve around ACT (arts and culture and tourism).
“The acronym is fitting because what this country needs is action. We have to act now,” he said.
Montano said he was hoping that friends from the show business industry would also help him.
He said he was aware that campaigning for a senatorial seat would entail a lot of money.
The administration coalition is prepared to raise P80 million for each of its 12 candidates, according to a report quoting administration senatorial candidates Ralph Recto and Prospero Pichay. But the candidate should be able to raise his own funds to ensure a campaign that will sustain him for 90 days, the reports also said.
With his entry into politics, Montano stands to lose some P30 million from endorsements and another five million pesos in talent fees, reports said.
Crash course in politics? As if he will learn the essential things of being a politician in a short span of time. My father has been the mayor of our town for more than 10 years and he’s the first to tell you that you have to continuously learn and study in order to govern well. Considering that he’s a political science professor before.
Crash course? Montano’s political career will CRASH even before it can start.
Jowana, well said. well said.
It seems that the ego has given way to what is truly best for the Filipino People. Although, no one has a monopoly on the wisdom that is needed to know what’s best for our nation, I think experience is crucial in any endeavor, specially The Senate.