MANILA, Philippines—Winning an election is not all about the money you have.
Take it from the richest member of the Senate, Senator Cynthia Villar, as the chamber continued its debates on a measure, seeking to raise the amount of authorized campaign expenses of candidates and political parties.
“You know, pag winning candidate ka kahit mahirap ka maraming magbibigay sayo ng pera. Pag losing candidate ka kahit mayaman ka hindi ka mananalo. That’s the reality of PH politics. ‘Wag nyong sabihing nasa pera yan,” Villar said.
(You know, if you’re a winning candidate, even if you’re poor, many will give you money. If you’re a losing candidate, even if you’re rich, you …
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