“What truly matters is not who speaks the loudest, but whose actions consistently uplift the Filipino people”
I HAVE witnessed many seasons in our nation’s history. Today, when the air is thick with the clamor of unfounded accusations, I feel compelled to offer a clear message to my fellow Filipinos.
Truth does not rely on theatrics. It simply stands firm.
People forget that lies grow loud only because truth refuses to argue with them.Truth does not need drama to be believed.
While others busy themselves pushing baseless accusations into the public square, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos continue their work – quietly, steadily, and with an unwavering commitment to our beloved country.
While critics talk, the President works
Governance, by its very nature, cannot pause simply because some choose to create spectacle. The country moves forward.
Challenges, both old and new, demand attention. And through all the manufactured noise, President Marcos keeps working with a discipline and clarity that, frankly, is often overlooked.
The economy shows growth. Infrastructure projects advance, connecting our communities. Social services are reaching more of our people.
Local governments receive vital support. Our international partnerships strengthen, enhancing our standing on the global stage.
All of this happens because the President refuses to be derailed. Real leaders do not allow noise to dictate their priorities. They serve the people regardless of what others say.
Those of us dedicated to building this nation have no time to indulge those who thrive on turmoil and division.
The First Lady faces attacks for rising above drama
The First Lady has been drawn into baseless narratives, not because of any wrongdoing on her part, but precisely because she chooses to rise above political theatrics.
She devotes her time and energy to causes of genuine national importance: cultural preservation, education, institutional strengthening, and public service.
People attack what they cannot influence. They target her because she stays focused on meaningful work. Her composure frustrates those who rely on chaos to gain attention.” Her silence, therefore, is not a sign of weakness. It is dignity.
It is strength. It is the quiet assurance of someone who consistently chooses service over spectacle.
The President shows a steady hand, not a shaken one
Anyone truly observing the President can discern the truth that rumors fail to hide.He leads Cabinet meetings with focus. He conducts inspections with diligence.
He listens intently to local leaders.
He actively promotes economic reforms that benefit us all.
He engages with the world, representing our nation with gravitas. He works.
Show me a leader who remains steady despite being bombarded from every direction, and I will show you someone who profoundly understands the weight of responsibility.
Noise cannot erase that. Accusations, however loud, cannot undo actual, tangible governance.
The Filipino people deserve better than rumors
I want to underscore this point: reckless claims harm not just individuals.
They harm our nation. They confuse the public, sow discord among communities, weaken our vital institutions, and ultimately derail progress that benefits us all.
Rumors are poison. They distract the nation from what truly matters. They benefit only those who profit from confusion and division.
I urge fellow Filipinos to seek evidence, not emotion.
To embrace facts, not fiction. To demand responsibility, not recklessness, from those who claim to speak for the people.
A reminder
Amid the constant noise, one truth remains constant, firm, and undeniable. President Marcos and the First Lady continue their dedicated service to the nation.
They continue to build. They continue to move our country forward—quietly, steadily, and with unwavering resolve.
While others spend their energy creating noise, the President and the First Lady are rolling up their sleeves and getting to work.
That is what real leadership looks like. Their resilience, their quiet determination, reflects a deep and abiding dedication to the Filipino people.
As for the rest of the First Family, I note that they too maintain a quiet dignity, supporting the nation by remaining grounded and united.
What truly matters is not who speaks the loudest, but whose actions consistently uplift the Filipino people.
Today, that essential work continues. Calmly. Steadily. Unshaken.
(The writer, a doctor of philosophy holder, serves as Chairman Emeritus of Alyansa ng Bantay sa Kapayapaan at Demokrasya (ABKD), Peoples Alliance for Democracy and Reforms (PADER), Liga Independencia Pilipinas (LIPI), and the Filipinos Do Not Yield (FDNY) Movement.)
