MANILA, (PIA) — Norma Villanueva, a senior citizen from Bagong Barrio in Caloocan City, personally thanked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during a year-end gift-giving event, praising his efforts to help many Filipinos, especially during times of calamity.
“Marami siyang naitulong sa tao at hindi niya inuuna ng sarili niyang kapakanan. Biyahe siya nang biyahe para ipamudmod din sa atin ‘yung mga nakukuha niya sa ibang bansa,” Villanueva said, expressing her appreciation for the President’s dedication. (He has helped many people and never prioritizes his own interests. He travels frequently to share what he receives from abroad with us.)
Claro Facunto an elderly resident from Katuparan, Taguig City, expressed his gratitude to President Marcos, saying, “Nagpapasalamat po ako kay Pangulong Marcos. Sana mahaba pa po ang kaniyang buhay. Sana marami pa po siyang matutulungan, lalo na ang mga kagaya namin na mga senior citizen na wala nang magtatanggap sa amin ng trabaho.” (I thank the President and hope he has a long life. I wish he can help many more people, especially seniors like us who no longer have anyone to offer us jobs.)
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The gift-giving event took place at the Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium, following the commemoration of the 128th martyrdom of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal.
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In his message, Marcos highlighted the importance of the holiday season for families, particularly children, and expressed his hope that every Filipino could feel the holiday spirit.
This initiative, organized by the Office of the President in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), aims to distribute assistance to 2,000 beneficiaries from various cities in the National Capital Region.
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Marcos also expressed gratitude to the FIRM-24K group for their ongoing support of the Marcos family, which extends back to his parents. He noted that their support inspires him to continue working towards improving the lives of all Filipinos.
The program began at 7:45 a.m. and was designed to spread holiday cheer and provide support to those in need as the year draws to a close. (JLN/PIA-NCR)
