‘Tanggalin ang tiwali. Itama and mali.’ - strong words for strong sentiments, particularly from a man who view corruption as the single biggest threat to the democracy in this nation. Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, fondly called Noynoy in political and social circles, believes that to eradicate corruption, one should have a determined reform agenda to administer change - a perspective he learned from both his parents.

‘Sipag at Tiyaga’ - these are the words that every Filipino should embody, a surefire formula to get out of poverty and to finally succeed in life - the same set of values that have driven Manny Villar all his life and enabled him to reach the state he is in right now. Very few politicians have straddled both the business and political world, and Manny Villar has excelled in both arenas.

‘Galing at Talino’ - Competence and Talent - many believe that these should be the intrinsic characteristics of a natural leader that could elicit a new generation of change and reform that would uplift the current condition the country is in right now. Unquestioningly bright and articulate, many see Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. as the epitome of such characteristics - a beacon of light that would foster a new era of great change and guide all Filipinos along the way.

“Walang tutulong sa Pilipino kundi kapwa Pilipino” --  these words from former President of the Philippine Republic Joseph Ejercito “Erap” Estrada is characterized by simple logic that even someone from the ranks of the masses could easily surmise and comprehend its meaning.