I never thought I’d see the day that such a system for bribery would be in place. I received the included photo* over email just now. According to the email, this coupon was accidentally dropped on the ground and subsequently picked up by a regular worker in Makati, presumably a non-rallyist.
I simply can’t express the disgust I’m feeling right now. The nerve of the organizers to use the seal of the City of Makati! Not only that, but to even claim such payments at the municipal hall!
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The parliament of the streets is in serious peril. The fact that there already is talk of “People Power fatigue”, such a strategy to “buy presence” will only damage the credibility of this unconstitutional method of removing and installing presidents.
*translated text: Have this coupon signed by your leader. Present this coupon to the office of Mr. Nick Santiago from 5:00 to 7:00pm, July 13, 2005.
