Senatorial candidate Camille Villar got a boost of support from Valenzuela Mayor Wes Gatchalian during her visit in the city on Monday morning.
In endorsing Villar’s senatorial bid, Gatchalian noted the youth has become trusted leaders of this generation, making public service more inclusive and dynamic.
“Age is not a hindrance for us to serve even in high posts in the government. Before, these (posts) are reserved for the very few, but now, even in Congress, even in the Cabinet and now even, in the Senate, the younger generation are already there,” Gatchalian said in his speech after the flagraising ceremony at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela.
Gatchalian also cited Villar’s impressive background in public service.
The two of them worked together at the House of Representatives where they both served in the 18th Congress.
“If give the chance to serve at the Senate, I believe she can continue to put forward the welfare of our youth and entrepreneurs. Age is not a hindrance when you do public service, what is important is the heart to serve. And we have seen that (trait) in the Villars in terms of public service,” said Gatchalian.
Addressing the students of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela, Villar underscored the importance of education and how an educated population contributes to the growth of the country.
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“If we have to move forward, in our age, whether we are students, Gen-Z, Gen X or Millenials, it is now time for us to participate in looking for solutions for the (challenges) of our country,” she said.
“It is easy for us to simply observe, and give our thoughts on what should be done. But honestly, for our country to progress, we should all — young or old— do our part for our country… and be part of the solution,” Villar added.