President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. visited the grave of his father, former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr., on All Saints’ Day, a traditional Filipino holiday of remembrance known as “Undas.”
Greeting a crowd of supporters wearing red T-shirts—a sight that evoked fond memories of his father’s era—President Marcos welcomed them warmly.
“Your love for my father means so much to us,” he said, acknowledging the crowd’s loyalty and connection to his father’s legacy.
Marcos reflected on his memories with his father, expressing how the sadness of remembrance is intertwined with the joy of good memories.
“When you think about it carefully, there’s an equivalent joy and happiness in recalling these times, and it brings a smile to your face,” he stated.
The President also emphasized the significance of his father’s guiding words: “Now that I’m in office, his words hold even more meaning,” he remarked.
He concluded with a call to action, asserting that merely saying “rest in peace” is insufficient.
“To let my father truly rest in peace, we must continue his work—enhancing the Philippines and loving the Filipino people,” he said.
