Presidential aspirant Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go on Wednesday called for unity especially among President Rodrigo Duterte’s allies and supporters to help the country combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
Despite the political differences and the upcoming elections, he emphasized the priority should remain the same — the welfare of Filipinos during these trying times.
Amid the simmering political landscape, Go said what is important for him is to be able to serve the people and give Filipinos a fair chance to choose their leaders.
Go stressed that despite his candidacy, he will continue to focus on his duties and responsibilities as a public servant and work to assist the country overcome the pandemic.
“They need our services. I don’t want to talk politics at this point in time. I first one to overcome this crisis brought by COVID-19,” he said.
“Politician will come in February. The filing (of candidacy) has come to an end,” related Go, Chair of the Senate committee on health.
He assured that the country’s pandemic response will not be derailed with the President’s running for a Senate seat.
As presidential aspirant, Go vowed to continue efforts towards pandemic recovery, solidifying Duterte legacy and protecting future of the nation.
He also reminded his fellow candidates to “take to heart” the reason why they chose to seek public office and that is to provide genuine public service to the people.
“There is nothing greater than serving our fellow Filipinos with utmost sincerity and loyalty. When the dust settles and after all has been said and done, what is important is that the Filipino people should eventually be the winner in this exercise of democracy,” Go emphasized.
Furthermore, he said the Duterte Administration has made many significant milestones that have benefitted the nation.
“From his decisive leadership to the projects that commenced and completed under his watch, to the many programs that have improved the lives especially of those who need our help the most — the poor, the needy, the hopeless, and the helpless — all of them being our priority in our endeavors in public service,” he added.
Central to his candidacy, according to Go, are the principles of continuity, compassion or ‘malasakit’, and genuine service that Duterte has taught him for more than two decades of working with him.
Go clarified that ambition was the last thing on his mind in reaching his decision to run for higher office.