It took me weeks to decide what my stand would be in the current political crisis that is sweeping my beloved Philippines.  I admit that at first I opposed any call for President Arroyo’s resignation. It is not because I believe that she is innocent with all the allegations against her. I actually believe that at least 80% of these allegations are true. I just didn’t want her to resign, because I didn’t saw anyone able to takeover the pressures of the Presidency. I had this big question of who would succeed her? I don’t think Vice President Noli De Castro have the capabilities of being the next President. I also don’t believe that Susan Roces would be a better leader. I don’t trust most of the current officials of both the opposition and the administration.

Now my position is for her to resign. Why did I change my mind? I did careful study, did some research on both sides of the fence. I’ve asked different credible people on their views regarding this crisis. I understand why some people is against the President’s resignation, it is another possible setback for our country etc.

But the call for her resignation is not just because of this Hello Garci… scandal, it is also the issue of morality and integrity. Now that the people don’t trust her anymore, don’t you think it is time for her to step down? Now the opposition isn’t the only group calling for her resignation, many sectors of country have echoed the call for her to do the ultimate sacrifice that is to resign. Even former President Cory Aquino had humbly begged for her resignation.

Now I am adding my voice to the millions of voices asking Mrs. Arroyo to do the ultimate sacrifice if she really loves our nation. Mrs. Arroyo, like those who have preceded me, I humbly beg you to resign and let a Transitional Council to take over for the good of our beloved nation.