A Personal Reflection on the 2022 Inaugurations

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A Personal Reflection on the 2022 Inaugurations

by Christian Jay S. Laya, LPT, CSPE- HGE, MAPS (CAR)


Attending both the inaugurations of President Bongbong Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte in 2022 was an eye-opening experience that revealed a stark contrast in their audiences.



VP Sara’s inauguration was a gathering of the masses—the ordinary Filipinos, the so-called masa, who came with genuine enthusiasm and deep admiration. The energy was raw, organic, and full of patriotic spirit. It was a celebration where the people felt included, close to the leader they supported.




On the other hand, PBBM’s inauguration had a more structured and exclusive feel. The crowd near the main event consisted largely of the political and social elites—people from the alta sociedad. Meanwhile, the common people, who had also placed their hopes in him, were pushed far back, enduring the scorching sun and the discomfort of standing near filthy portalets, surrounded by the pollution of the nation’s capital.


This experience made me reflect on the kind of leadership people resonate with. A leader’s connection with the grassroots—the everyday citizens—defines how they will be remembered. True leadership is not just about winning an election; it is about staying connected with those who placed their trust in you. # 

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