He is a priest and the age old separation of church and state will be thrown into question. But he is already performing as Governor of Pampanga and I have yet to hear of a rumor with him using state powers to further the interests of the church.
(My biggest problem with him would be issues regarding population control where the dictates of the church will openly clash with what this country needs. But then again, if this is the only point of contention, I can let go. OLIGARCHISM is our biggest problem after all.)
Let's face it. In this country the spiritual leaders still play a part in managing the people. Look at how influential the opinions of Manalo and Velarde is on state policy or moves. During elections, their vote of confidence is still courted by presidentiables.
Among Ed will be the alternative to the trapo-dynasty infested political system that we have. He can be the banner carrier that symbolizes the people's real clamor for change and for good governance. He's not an answer to all our problems but he would be a good start.
There is subtle irony in Among Ed, a priest leading the way. A representative of the church who brought us to this situation is going to lead us out.
Should he win and it ushers in a period of revival, I'm going to call it even with the church. It will have come full circle.
