That was a case of passing the buck to politicians who, left to themselves, will never act on the matter.
In Valenzuela, the undisputed political rulers have been the Gatchalians: Sen. Sherwin, Rep. Rex, now appointed to the DSWD, and newly-elected mayor, Wesley. In QC, the Belmontes have reigned after a three-term hiatus of their ally, later enemy, Herbert Bautista, who tried founding a dynasty that did not take off.
The Lacunas have finally gained the dream of long-time vice mayor Danny, with daughter Honey now the first female mayor of the city. In Benguet, meanwhile, the powerful party-list congressman in the last administration, Eric Yap, defeated long-standing politicians to become its representative, while in Baguio City, Benjie Magalong has again defeated the once durable Morik Domogan.
In Tarlac, the Yaps maintain their control, with the political heir of Charlie Cojuangco keeping the first district, both dynasties flying the NPC flag of the late kingpin, Danding. In Batangas, Ralph Recto, former senator and now deputy speaker, is the undisputed political kingpin, with the Laurels retiring from politics and Gov. Mandanas without an heir.
Palawan is now Pepito Alvarez’ kingdom, with the son of longtime Gov. Socrates his ally, and the Mitras and Reyeses minimized. And the Escuderos, with Chiz as senator and Dette in the House, continue the legacy of their much-admired dad, Salvador.
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