Cebu Politicians Rally Behind Kiko Pangilinan's Senate Run, Citing Longstanding Ties and Advocacy for Food Security
Source: news.source.rappler
Cebu 3rd District Representative Pablo John Garcia and Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera have publicly endorsed Kiko Pangilinan's senatorial bid for the 2025 Philippine elections. Both politicians, who share a history with Pangilinan from their student days at the University of the Philippines, praised his principles and advocacy, particularly his commitment to food security and educational nutrition programs. Garcia, choosing not to run for office himself, supports his wife's candidacy for his current position, while Garganera runs under a different party coalition. Pangilinan has promised legislation to buy produce directly from farmers and fisherfolk and to implement a free breakfast program for students from daycare to Grade 12.
Key Points
Cebu Congressman Pablo John Garcia and City Councilor Joel Garganera endorse Kiko Pangilinan's senatorial campaign.
Garcia and Pangilinan were former classmates and colleagues at the University of the Philippines.
Garcia supports his wife Karen Flores-Garcia's unopposed run for his current position, choosing not to run himself.
Garganera, running under a different coalition, supports Pangilinan due to their shared history and friendship.
Pangilinan aims to legislate direct purchasing from farmers and fisherfolk to enhance food security.
Pangilinan proposes a free breakfast program for students to improve education outcomes and reduce dropouts.
