Erap's Redemption

"It's the people - the poor sector which is the largest part of our society who should choose and decide who they want to run or replace the government,
not the
few elitist
and
the churchmen."

erap was quoted saying this over the phone in an interview with the Inquirer.

considering that it was the elite and clergy who brought about his fall from grace, i understand his sentiments.

just a little bit, he has redeemed himself not because of all the good he has done, but by using his voice that compels people to listen whether they adore or abhor him.

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