Joy Belmonte: Shun lies, black propaganda

MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Vice Mayor and mayoralty candidate Joy Belmonte yesterday expressed hope that the campaign for the upcoming midterm elections will be devoid of lies and black propaganda.

“I am praying for a campaign season free of fake news, black propaganda, mud-slinging and lies. I know this is wishful thinking but miracles do happen, especially when God’s love prevails,” Belmonte said.

“To our voters, we just want to be able to express our platform, have the chance to deliver our programs for the city and win in an honest and safe election,” she added.

Belmonte, who is running with a full slate under the Serbisyo sa Bayan Party (SBP), was scheduled to lead the proclamation rally with her runningmate Councilor Gian Sotto last night.

Belmonte highlighted her platforms, including intensified anti-drug campaign, installation of more closed-circuit television cameras on the streets, upgrading of the city’s document processing through technology and innovation and improved delivery of basic services.

“My goal is to be an exemplary leader whom the people can trust. I vowed to deliver positive change for the good of the constituents,” she said.

“I will not promise something that I would not be able to fulfill. I assure everyone that I will always prioritize what is good for our people,” she added.

Belmonte’s SBP previously signed an alliance with the Hugpong ng Pagbabago (HNP) of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte.

The vice mayor recently hosted the proclamation rally in the city of HNP senatorial candidates.