INC And Other Religious Groups Supports Lito Atienza

Various religious groups, including the influential Iglesia ni Cristo have endorsed the candidacy of comebacking Manila Mayor Lito Atienza.

Apart from INC, Atienza is also being supported by Brother Mike Velarde of El Shaddai, Ustadz Ahmad Barcelom of the Manila Muslim community, Parish Councils of Manila as well as the majority of the city's barangay chairmen, barangay councilors and watchmen and the pro-poor organization People's Movement Against Poverty (PMAP).

It is widely known that the Iglesia ni Cristo has a huge following in the city. With the endorsement of the group, Atienza gains another 5 percent solid votes.

Based on the survey conducted last April 29, Atienza gained a 7 percentage lead against his toughest rival, incumbent Mayor Alfredo Lim. With the INC votes, it can now be considered that Atienza is 12 percent leading against his opponent.

Meanwhile, El Shaddai leader Mike Velarde earlier said Manila needs a pro-life mayor.

“Atienza is not only pro-life, but also pro-good government," he added.

According to Msgr. Mel David, one of Atienza's spiritual advisers, he knows the former Environment secretary too well. “He has a good heart and he is very sincere in wanting to uplift the lives of Manilans. He is pro-God and represents good governance.”

On the other hand, PMAP president Ronald Lumbao said he endorsed the candidacy of Atienza because apart from being a God-fearing person, he believes that the former Environment secretary has a genuine concern to help and improve the plight of the poor.

“His programs answer the needs of the poor community of Manila. He's very much unlike the incumbent mayor who doesn't care about the less fortunate," Lumbao said.

The Muslim community also back Atienza's candidacy, saying he maintains friendship and communication with them despite the difference in belief and religion.

Meanwhile, 650 out of the 897 barangay chairmen, and most of the barangay kagawads and tanods said that they witnessed how the former and present mayor managed the city. They claimed that they were able to prove that Atienza is the one who has a genuine heart to help the people, especially the poor.

Atienza said he is grateful for all the endorsements. He thanked all those who believe in him and his programs and vowed to do his best to improve the quality of life of the Manilans by creating jobs and provide livelihood and other opportunities for all.

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'Inilaglag ako ni Fred Lim' - Erap Estrada

(Pilipino Star Ngayon) Updated March 30, 2010 12:00 AM

MANILA, Philippines - Hindi na napigilan ni dating Pangulong Joseph Estrada ang matagal nang kinikimkim na sama ng loob sa kanyang dating matalik na kaibigan na si Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim.

Sa isang kick off rally sa Tondo, Maynila tahasang sinabi ni Estrada na “sinu­ngaling” si Lim kung saan inisa-isa nito ang dahilan ng kanyang sama ng loob sa Alkalde.

Sinabi ni Estrada na nagsinungaling si Lim noong Edsa 2 kung saan nagpaalam lamang ito sa kanya na lalabas upang payapain ang taong bayan subalit nadiskubre niya na sumama na rin ito sa kalsada upang patalsikin siya sa puwesto.

Nang makabalik si Lim sa pagka-alkalde ng lunsod ay nangako ito kay Estrada na hindi pakikialaman ang kaibigang si konsehal Dennis Alcoreza dahil sa isyu ng Vitas slaughter house.
Ayon kay Estrada, hindi tinupad ni Lim ang kanyang pangako at sa halip ay kinaladkad pa ng mga tauhan nito na parang baboy palabas ng slaughter house si Alcoreza.

Ayon pa kay Erap lahat ng kahilingan pa sa kanya ni Lim ay pinagbigyan niya dahil sa pag-aakalang mabuti at tapat itong kaibigan subalit nagkamali pala ito dahil isang “sinungaling” na kaibigan pala ang kanyang pinagbibigyan.

“Kung sa isang konsehal nagagawa niyang kaladkarin na parang baboy paano pa kaya ang isang ordinaryong tao” pagtatanong pa ni Erap.

Nilinaw pa ng dating Pangulo na malaki ang kanyang pagsisisi ng suportahan at i-endorso ang dating kaibigan na isang sinungaling.

Lito Atienza: The Best Mayor Manila Has Had

Actions are more important than words.In the case of former Manila mayor Lito Atienza he had succeeded in doing both.One of the most revered leaders of the nation's capital, the former mayor was able to back up his strong words with actions. Staying committed to his words and fulfilling his promise of giving his beloved Manilenos with a city that they can truly call their own and which they will care for, Lito Atienza has accomplished more things than any of his immediate predecessors.

One of the most accomplished mayors in Manila's rich political history, Lito Atienza's profile as city mayor is decorated with numerous completed projects and other countless achievements no other city mayor of Manila has accomplished. No one needs to go the distance in grading Atienza's performance as the city mayor of Manila for an unprecedented three consecutive three-year term, we just have to look back at how Manila looked and the living of conditions its residents were three years ago.The Atienza administration is characterized by the dramatic improvements in the city's economy, tourism, peace and order and education.Moreover, it was during Atienza's leadership when thousands of poor families were uplifted from poverty and enjoyed improved living conditions.

Being a real statesman and public servant serving selflessly for the good of many, Atienza provided almost everything what was needed by many of his impoverished city folks. It was during his mayoralty stint that the city's delivery of social services was at its best.Atienza launched pro-poor programs and priority projects which have benefited and improved the lives of thousands of impoverished Manilenos. He addressed almost all the social needs of his people and has created programs for housing, healthcare, peace and order, education, sports, arts and culture, nature and environment and welfare of senior citizens.

Atienza created livelihood programs and employment opportunities for the unemployed by bringing the city's economy back into life. He launched training programs and vocational courses for the out of school youth and unemployed to provide them with a decent livelihood and a stable source of income. Atienza together with other non-government organizations have launched affordable housing and land acquisition projects for the homeless, which were able to benefit many of the city's poor residents and even the middle class.

The city's healthcare services and public hospitals were also enhanced under his leadership.Atienza enriched the coffers of the city's public hospitals and health centers which allowed them to purchase new medical equipment and medicines for enhanced healthcare services and to be able to provide free medicines to the city's impoverished residents. Atienza was able to bring free medical services and medicines to far-flung areas and barangays.

Manila under Atienza's leadership has had the best peace and order situation in many years. In support of Manila's budding athletes and promising talents, Atienza promoted sports-culminating activities and free training and development programs to harness their skills and talents. In addition, Atienza also provided free access to education and school supplies to Manila's public school students. Manila's colleges and universities were also improved during his term, as part of fulfilling his promise of providing quality and affordable college education to Manilenos. Furthermore, many of the city's senior residents were also able to enjoy greater benefits under the former mayor's program for the senior citizens which included special services, big discounts and other freebies.

The former environment secretary also voted for the relocation of the oil depot in Pandacan which he believes is a serious environmental and safety threat.Manila was also provided with a major facelift as Atienza pushed forward for the beautification and enhancement of the city's old and deteriorating parks and other tourist attractions. One of the most remarkable projects of the former mayor is the improvement of the city's bay area commonly known as the "Baywalk", which has allowed city residents, as well as local and foreign tourists to enjoy alfresco dining and listening to fine music while watching the world-renowned Manila Bay sunset.

Atienza's unparalleled accomplishments during his leadership make him as the best person to vote for mayor in this coming Manila elections.If he wins another three-year mandate in this coming Manila elections, Manila along with its residents are set to enjoy another three glorious years under the leadership of Lito Atienza.

The most eligible person to vote for mayor in this coming Manila election, Lito Atienza is one of the most accomplished mayors in Manila's rich political history. The Atienza administration is characterized by the dramatic improvements in the city's economy, tourism, peace and order and education. He succeeded in addressing almost all the social needs of his people by creating programs for housing, healthcare, peace and order, education, sports, arts and culture, nature and environment and welfare of senior citizens.