In his SOPA, Gov. Bersamin sum up his achievements for the past two years in office. He talked about infrastructure, health and other concerns affecting the province.
He highlighted his on going battle to defeat the persisting Peace and Order problem. The Governor knows this very well. After all, his brother Chito Bersamin (then a congressman) was gunned down in 2006 which many believed to be politically motivated.
He said:
"So we address the problem with the only way that we know: public service at its best. Helping the poor so they will not resort to desperate measures, serving the neglected so they will not fight against us, leading by example so we end political killings – THESE, along with special projects which we have implemented side by side with the Philippine Army and the Philippine National Police"My burning question though is what if the perpetrators are the rich and the powerful? Can we do something about it?
Already, politician are jockeying for position in preparation for the 2010 elections and once again Abra will come out gasping for breath as violence will explode.
There's no indication if Gov. Bersamin will run for re-election, go for another position or just decide to walk away. Whatever his decision may be, he will always be credited in ending the 20 year or so reign of former Gov. Vicsyd Valera.
you can read the full speech fo Gov. Bersamin here.
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