Election Campaigns
@SIMPLYD (90717)
Philippines
March 3, 2016 11:53pm CST
The owner of the company I work with , is generous . And he owns this mall in the picture , where some of his companies have their offices .
Whenever an election candidate he is acquainted with , asks for an assistance on his campaign at our province , he would readily provide it .
Us , executive assistants , would be assigned to head for each candidate’s town to town campaign .
We would be given each 3 cars , 3 staffers , cellphone allowances , food allowances and money for miscellaneous amongst other things needed for the campaign . However , this will be liquidated once we report back to the office.
As to our meals , we are in-charge of where and what to eat , but of course we have to ask the candidate what and where he likes us and his staff , to go . What is good is that the candidate would always let us choose . 
At th e end of the day, we would converge at a place where the campaign proper for all the candidates under their party will be done and it will go on until after midnight .
Thus , we were able to go home at the wee hours of the morning . The next day if it is a weekday , we are given the day as our rest day .
It is challenging and tiring , yet so enjoyable that’s why I miss it .
Have you ever been involved in an election campaign ?
At th e end of the day, we would converge at a place where the campaign proper for all the candidates under their party will be done and it will go on until after midnight .
Thus , we were able to go home at the wee hours of the morning . The next day if it is a weekday , we are given the day as our rest day .
It is challenging and tiring , yet so enjoyable that’s why I miss it .
Have you ever been involved in an election campaign ?13 people like this
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@waflay (2737)
• Nairobi, Kenya
4 Mar 16
As a quiet type guy, I prefer following my favorite political candidate without making noise about it. In campaigns, I don't like being involved too much in local politics... dangerous venture that requires energy to cope with challenges that may arise.
Okay, this depends in what country you are in. I guess I might change if our politics were at least peaceful.
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
4 Mar 16
You are correct . It would be dangerous indeed exposing yourself as to who is your candidate . However , it's part of my job to assist them .
Although , here in our province , there's no danger because it's a peaceful place and people are peace loving .
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
4 Mar 16
Here in the office , most are really volunteering to go with the ones assigned to lead the assistance . Actually, aside from the regular salary , we have additional pay for that .
And i know , if its part of your job, you will go too .
But i tell you it's enjoyable. You will meet known celebrities and politicians . 
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
The staffer of the politician would email days before they arrive , of the itinerary . They bring with them leaflets to be distributed to the people where we will be campaigning .
Then , they will converge (the other candidates ) in a place where the formal program will be done to introduce each candidate . This usually happens about 6:00 p.m. until it will be finished .
There will be local celebrities to grace the program , as additional attraction .
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
4 Mar 16
Even if its part of your job , you will not go . Besides , it's enjoyable and you get to meet big people like Peter Cayetano . I assisted him when he campaigned as a senator here in Albay and its neighboring provinces . He won .
I also assisted , Susan Ople , unfortunately she didn't win as a senator. 
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@ridingbet (66854)
• Philippines
12 Mar 16
we are not in any election campaign, my friend. there is so much trouble if we campaign publicly on one and as you are aware of, up here north, our province is thought of to be included in the election hot spots.
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@ridingbet (66854)
• Philippines
14 Mar 16
@SIMPLYD yes, and I plan to vote AM, the former wife of Joey M as my vice president not senator. hahaha! the national fist? I will write his name under our mayor. of course, these votes won't count. 
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
10 Mar 16
Yes, it is indeed a good chance to meet the candidates personally . And you are correct with that we build rapport with some people in the government .
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32760)
• Calgary, Alberta
5 Mar 16
Nope but I will be voting this election though. I am not yet decided on who to vote for.
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
Yes, we should practice our right to vote specially that we will be voting for our country's top leaders .
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32760)
• Calgary, Alberta
7 Mar 16
@SIMPLYD If we vote for the wrong candidate our country will either get poorer or get invaded by another country again. We were actually lucky that we have more than 2 candidates. we have more choices compared to Americans who will be stuck with two.
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
@CaptAlbertWhisker Yes, that's why the voters should be discerning . Even if they were given money , their votes should be in the right candidate .
Indeed , here in our country there are more than two candidates , and it even seems a lot likes to be the President . 
@Letranknight2015 (52665)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
I used to campaign for gordon back in 2010. but recently, my mom's involvement in her organization has made her support for the LP candidates.
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
8 Mar 16
So how did you find your joining it ?
Actually , Gordon was here last week . My lady boss and one of the EAs assisted him and his staff .
@iamshane487 (1138)
• Manila, Philippines
4 Mar 16
I have not been involved. Wow, it was a busy but enjoying day!
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
Indeed it was an enjoyable day . Meeting big politicians and going to other places makes it more enjoyable .
@PainsOnSlate (21845)
• Canada
5 Mar 16
No and I'm too old now to even want to be a part of it. It sounds like you had fun and I'm glad for you...plus a day to rest, that is great.
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@PainsOnSlate (21845)
• Canada
7 Mar 16
@SIMPLYD who know what they would have if... I guess the answer would be if it was important to me...
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@Ladypeace (2028)
• Singapore
7 Mar 16
Sounds like a super cool and important responsibility yet stressful task to handle. Your boss is a rich man. I'm sure you did an amazing job taking care of the itinerary of your client.
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
Actually , the itinerary is emailed to us by the assistant of the politician . From there we form the group to distribute the leaflets they send us to give out during the campaign as we go to towns for the politician to meet and shake hands with the voters .
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@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
7 Mar 16
Indeed . Aside from meeting a known politician , we also get to meet celebrities they bring along for the campaign program .
