PUSO SA SERBISYO: Mayor Gatchalian vouches support for Camille Villar’s senatorial bid

Senatorial candidate, Camille Villar, got the boost of support from Valenzuela Mayor Wes Gatchalian during her visit in the city on Monday Morning.

In endorsing Camille Villar’s senatorial bid, Gatchalian noted that the youth has become trusted leaders of this generation, making public service more inclusive, and dynamic amid the changing times.

“Age is not a hindrance for us to serve even in high posts in the government. Before these (posts) are reserved for the very few, but now, even in Congress, even in the cabinet and now even, in the Senate, the younger generation are already there,” Gatchalian said in his speech after the flagraising ceremony at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela.

Gatchalian also cited Camille Villar’s impressive background in public service, with both having worked together at the House of Representatives where they both served in the 18th Congress.

“If give the chance to serve at the Senate, I believe she can continue to put forward the welfare of our youth and entrepreneurs. Age is not a hindrance when you do public service, what is important is the heart to serve. And we have seen that (trait) in the Villars in terms of public service,” said Gatchalian, who also comes from a young generation of leaders, among them Social Welfare Sec. Rex Gatchalian and Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian.

Addressing the students of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela, Camille Villar underscored anew the importance of education and how an educated population contribute to the growth of the country.

Villar agree with Mayor Gatchalian that it is time for the youth to take up their roles in governance.

“If we have to move forward, in our age, whether we are students, Gen-Z, Gen X or Millenials, it is now time for us to participate in looking for solutions for the (challenges) of our country,” she added.

“It is easy for us to simply observe, and give our thoughts on what should be done. But honestly, for our country to progress, we should all — young or old— do our part for our country… and be part of the solution,” Villar said.

As students, Villar pointed out, they will still face many challenges as they pursue their dreams in life. But one has to be strong in every adversity, as they move to enter new highs in their careers and personal lives.

“In life we will be scared of adversities that we may need to confront… because we may think we are still young… but we can do everything regardless of our age,” she added.

Camille Villar also thanked Mayor Wes Gatchalian, PLV President Nedeña Torralba, Pastor Robert Reyes, city and school officials for the warm welcome.