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POLITICAL SITUATION REPORT
ABRA
I. POLITICAL SITUATION:
The political situation in Abra province remains stable as of
this time. There are still no clear aspirants who will challenge the
incumbent elected provincial officials although some of the
aspirants and prospective candidates are now starting to build-up
their political machineries. The political atmosphere in theprovince remains normal inspite of the occurrence of several
shooting incidents in the past being perpetrated by riding in tandem
suspects, but investigation showed that they are not politically
motivated.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES
1. Maria Jocelyn Valera Bernos
She is the incumbent congresswoman in the lone
district of Abra under the Liberal Party..
.
2. Eustaquio Takit Purruganan Bersamin
He is the incumbent Governor of the province
recently shifted to Liberal Party on July 25 2012.
3. Cecilia Seares Luna
She was the former Congresswoman of the lone
district of Abra last 2007-2010 under LAKAS
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KAMPI CMD. During the 2010 elections, she was
defeated by the current Congresswoman Maria
Jocelyn V. Bernos. She is also the mother of
Bangued Mayor Ryan S. Luna and ABC of Lagayan
Jendricks Luna.
4. Ryan Seares Luna
The son of Cecilia S Luna and the current mayor of
Bangued, Abra.
POWER BROKER
1. Mr. Dominic Valera
Former Mayor of Bangued, one of the most
successful businessman in the province and the
father of Congresswoman Maria Jocelyn V. Bernos.
He was defeated by the current Bangued MayorRyan S. Luna.
2. Mr.Andres Bernos
Former Governor of the province and served as
mayor of Lapaz for many decades, he had been the
controller and decision maker of the Bernos
Political clan.
III. GOVERNMENT ELECTED OFFICIALS
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CONGRESSWOMAN: Ms. MARIA
JOCELYN V. BERNOS
GOVERNOR: EUSTAQUIO P.
BERSAMIN
STRENGTH
The tandem of Gov. Bersamin and Cong. Bernos has the
advantage this forthcoming 2013 midterm election because they
enjoy total access from government machineries. The Governor
has already established a good relationship between most of the
municipal officials in the province. Mr. Andres Bernos, former
Governor, Board member and Mayor and the father In-Law of
Congresswoman serve as the controller of the tandem, hes been
the decision maker in many decades both in the municipality of
Lapaz and Danglas. The Iglesiani Cristo will also give a great
effect in favor of the tandem.
WEAKNESS
Last 2010 election, Congresswoman Bernos challenged
former Congresswoman Cecil Luna. Congresswoman Bernos
emerged as the winner but Cecil Luna filed an electoral protest
against her, nevertheless, the outcome of the recount was the same,
so the win of Congresswoman Bernos was affirmed; while
Governor Bersamin still enjoys the support of the populace of
Abra.
OPPORTUNITIES
Congresswoman Bernos is the daughter in law of then
strongman Mr Andres Bernos, former Governor of Abra and
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Mayor of La Paz town and the daughter of former Bangued Mayor
Dominic Valera. She was also the wife of assassinated late La Paz
Mayor Marc YsraelBernos; while Governor Bersamin was
propelled to the governorship of the province when his late
Congressman brother Luis Chito Bersamin was assassinated on
December 16, 2006 in Quezon City. He ran due to the clamor of
the Abrenians and won via landslide decision.
THREATS
As of this time, there are still no threats reported nor
monitored either with the incumbents or to the possible aspirants
since election period is still far.
IV. POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION
a. Congressional Position:
Cecile Luna
Former Congresswoman of lone district ofAbra
RolandoSomera
The current Vice Governor of the province
and is allegedly running as an independent
b. Gubernatorial Position:
As of this time, there are still no reports of any
possible opponent since the current Governor still being
supported by the different sectors in the province.
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STRENGTH
Former Congresswoman Luna is the standard bearer of
LAKAS KAMPI CMD, she still enjoys connections with higher
officials. She has the full control of Lagayan Municipality and
some part of Bangued. Ryan Luna, the incumbent mayor of
Bangued has established good reputations to Tricycle Operator
Drivers Organization which composed of thousand of members.
WEAKNESS
During the past years, the Luna brothers Ryan and
Jendricks were involved in election related incidents. Cecil Luna
lost her political protest against incumbent Congresswoman
Bernos
OPPORTUNITIES
Cecile Luna was a former representative of the province,
she has the connections, she is the standard bearer of LAKAS
KAMPI CMD.
THREATS
As to their security, generally, there are no threats
monitored to both opposing party.
APAYAO
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I. POLITICAL SITUATION:
As of this date, political situation of Apayao Province
remains stable. There are negative indicators into existence of
Private Armed Groups (PAGs) OCGs or any other threat groups
within the AOR that can cause violence to the forthcoming 2013
National and Local Elections. The peace and order Situation of
Apayao Province remains peaceful.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES
1. Congresswoman Eleanor BulutBegtang
She was the former three terms Mayor of theMunicipality of Calanasan, Apayao and now the
incumbent Representative (congresswoman} of
the Lone District of Apayao under National
Peoples Coalition Party. (NPC)
2. Governor Elias C Bulut JR
He was the former three terms Representative
(Congressman) of the Lone District of Apayaoand now the Incumbent Governor of the
Province of Apayao under National Peoples
Coalition Party (NPC).
3. Elias K Bulut SR
Hon. Elias Bulut SR who was known as a
legendary Hero of Apayao is the Incumbent
Mayor of CalanasanApayao, the hometown ofthe Bulut Family. He was been elected as
Municipal mayor of Calanasan (1972-1992)
Congressman of KalingaApayao (1992-1995)
Congressman Lone District Apayao (1996-
2001) Governor Province of Apayao (2001-
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2010) and Municipal mayor of Calanasan
(2010-to present) under Nationalista Party.
(NP)
POWER BROKER:
1. Congresswoman Eleanor BulutBegtang,Governor Elias C Bulut JR, Mayor Elias Bulut
SR.
Hon. Elias Bulut SR was the former Governor
upon finishing his term, he was presently
elected as Mayor of Calanasan and the former
Mayor of Calanasan was elected as
Congresswoman and Hon Elias Bulut JR who
was the previous Congressman was the
presently elected Governor of
Apayao.
III. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
CONGRESSWOMAN: Hon. ELEANOR BULUT
BEGTANGGOVERNOR : Hon. ELIAS C BULUT JR
STRENGTH:
Cong. ELEANOR BULUT BEGTANG and Gov. ELIAS
BULUT JR, have the greater advantage being the incumbent
congressman and governor of Apayao, who have the access to
government resources. They are very active in terms of politics;
they have the logistical and financial capability to sustain their
political powers. Elias BULUT SR, who is said to be the patriarchand the decision maker who is known to be the legendary hero of
Apayao have already established his power in all of the
Municipality of Apayao as an evidence to that they were never
been opposed in their political careers for the last 2010 national
elections and most of their Political line up won.
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WEAKNESSES:
As of this time we can say that they have no weakness for
the reason that they have controlled the political situation of
Apayao. Weakness on their part will arise if Hon ELIAS BULUT
SR, will be departed from them.
OPPORTUNITIES
Cong. Eleanor BulutBegtang and Governor Elias C Bulut
JR have no opponent for the last election and it is expected again
that they will be un- opposed for the coming 2013 national
election; as long as their father Hon. ELIAS K BULUT SR is alive
they will always have control over the political situation of
Apayao.
THREATS:
As to the security of BULUT Family, this office monitored
that they have threats since 2008 as evidence to that the
Congresswoman Eleanor BulutBegtang received a death threat
sometimes on the month of august 2008 when she was still the
Mayor of Calanasan. That allegedly two (2) male person was
monitoring her movements from Calanasan to Manila. This was
validated when two unidentified suspects offered (P30, 000.00) toMrs Lilia Darisan in exchange for any information of her
whereabouts. That she often receives text message threatening her
and her immediate family up to date.
IV POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION:
a. Congressional Position : NEGATIVEb. Governatorial Position : NEGATIVE
STRENGTH : NEGATIVE. WEAKNESSES : NEGATIVE
OPPORTUNITIES :N/A
THREATS :NA
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BENGUET
I. POLITICAL SITUATION:
BENGUET the vegetable and mining capital
maintained its moniker as the most peaceful province in the
Cordillera and rest of the archipelago with no election-related
violence reported during the May 10, 2010 polls while winning
and losing bets are back to old ways offering peace and
reconciliation.
For the present, political situation in the Province ofBenguet is generally peaceful on the ground that this is manifested
on the past elections wherein competing candidate to a certain
position does not necessarily employ dirty tactics to ensure their
victory. During the past election, it was observed that Mayor and
Vice Mayor in the municipality of Kapangan, Benguet were
unopposed leading to their unity incumbency and that gives a good
indicator that people in the town have a unity to maintain peaceful
and orderly election. No indicators noted as to the existence ofPrivate Armed Group (PAGs) that can cause violence to the
forthcoming 2013 National and Local Elections as compared to
other provinces. Although there are monitored political line-up of
some of the prospective candidates, the peace and order situation
remains stable.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES
1. Atty. Ronald Morales Cosalan
The incumbent congressman former of the Lone
District of Benguet Province.Liberal Party
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2. Nestor BagtangFongwan
Incumbent governor of the Province of Benguet.
He is the former Mayor of La Trinidad, Benguet
for three terms from 1998-2007 under LAKAS-
KAMPI-CMD.
3. CrescencioCarioPacalso
Former three term Mayor of Itogon, Benguet.
Incumbent Vice-Governor of Benguet who hails
from Bua, Tuding, Itogon,
Benguet.
4. Nelson Dangwa
Incumbent Provincial Board Member of
Benguet, District II (Atok, Bakun,Buguias,
Kapangan, Kibungan,Mankayan, La Trinidad
&Tublay).
POWER BROKER:
1. Benguet Contractors Group this group canconnive and withdraw to any candidate or throw
their support to any candidate they favor. This
group was responsible for the loss of former
Governor Raul Molintas and CongressmanRonald Cosalan in 2001 election.
2. Iglesiani Cristo the solid vote of thisreligious group has been the determining factor
of winning candidates particularly in La
Trinidad where they are many.
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III. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
CONGRESSMAN : Atty. Ronald Morales
Cosalan - - - 1 Term
GOVERNOR : Nestor
BagtangFongwan - - - - - - 2nd Term
V-GOVERNOR :
CrescencioCarioPacalso - - - - - 3rd Term
STRENGTH:
Incumbent Cong. Ronald Cosalan is the son of
Municipality of Tublay which earned him solid votes from the
populace. Likewise his ancestor came from the municipalities of
Bokod and Kabayan. He was previously elected two (2) terms as
congressman of this province during the 1998 and 2001 election
which brought him enough experience in the congressional seat.
Likewise, Cosalan Family is well known in the political arena.
Gov. Fongwans political career begun in 1988 when he
won a seat in the Sangguniang Bayan of La Trinidad, Benguet.
After serving one term at the municipal council, he tried his hand
as vice mayor and handily won the position in 1992.In 1998, the
erstwhile vice mayor sought the mayoralty seat in La Trinidad and
was rewarded with an overwhelming mandate from the electorate.
Vice GovPacalso is a former three term Mayor of Itogon,Benguet. He is undefeated Vice-Governor garnering 100,594 votes
last May 2012 election and the highest votes garnered by a
politician with political rival in the Cordillera in recent memory.
WEAKNESSES:
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Congressman Cosalan served two terms as representative
of Benguet. However, due to rumors of unfair distribution
infrastructure projects to contactors, he lost his final term to former
Congressman Samuel Dangwa during the 2004 election. The same
as in 2007 elections the former likewise bested him in the same
race. During the 2012 National Election, he regained the support
from the constituents of Benguet Province and won the
congressional seat.
OPPORTUNITIES
Congressman Ronald Cosalan is one of the allies of the
present administration. He is the present chairman of the
committee on Public Works and Highways, Senior Vice Chairman
of the Committee on Labor and Employment and the Senior Vice
Chairman of Ethics and Privileges in the congress. Being a lawyer
and as representative of the province, he has the opportunity to
earn trust from the people of Benguet Province.
THREATS:
As to their security, generally, there are no information
obtained pertaining to threats to both incumbents and prospective
candidates as of this moment.
IV. POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION:
c. Congressional Position:Cresensio C Pacalso- Last term Vice Governor in the
Province.
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d. Governatorial Position:No Information obtained
STRENGTH:
Hehas logistical and financial capability to support his
campaign for the coming 2013 Elections. Many of his supporters
are loyal to him and can be a probability to ensure victory. Being a
former Mayor and current Vice-Governor garnering 100,594 votes
last May 2012 election and the highest votes garnered by a
politician with political rival in the Cordillera.
WEAKNESSES:
Has no established association organization on his own to
support him.
THREATS:
This Office has not received any reports pertaining to theirthreats to life as of this period.
IFUGAO
I. POLITICAL SITUATION
The Province of Ifugao is known not only in the Cordillera
Region but in the entire country for its peaceful execution of the
National and Local Elections as well as Barangay Elections.
Observation and information revealed that aspiring politicians are
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taking every opportunity to reveal their intentions with the
identifications of their plans and programs and political affiliations
for the forthcoming 2012 National and Local Election. The peace
and order situation of the Province of Ifugao remains unaffected.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES
1. Atty EUGENE M BALITANG
He is the incumbent Governor of the Province
of Ifugao and Chairman of the RPOC-Cordillera
who defeated the three times Congressman, Atty
SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO during the 2010
Gubernatorial Race under the Liberal Party.
2. Atty DENNIS HABAWEL
Lost the Congressional position during the 2010
election against incumbent Congressman
TEODORO B BAGUILAT JR with six otheropponents under the NPC.
3. TEODORO B BAGUILAT JR
The incumbent Congressman of the Lone
District of Ifugao under the Liberal Party,
former two time Mayor of Kiangan, former
Governor of Ifugao-2001 but lost re-electionagainst the late Cong BENJAMIN CAPLEMAN
during the 2004 gubernatorial election,
however, elected again as Governor during the
2007 election.
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4. Atty PEDRO MAYAM-O
The incumbent Vice-Governor of the Province
of Ifugao under the Liberal Party, former
member of the SanguniangPanlalawigan (SP)
during the 2004 election.
5. JONATHAN CUYAHON
Former Mayor of Kiangan during the period of
2007 but lost his bid against Hon TEODORO B
BAGUILAT JR with six other for the 2010
Congressional Seat.
6. Atty ALBERT PAWINGI
Former Governor of Ifugao who lost his bid for
the 2010 Congressional Seat against Cong
TEODORO B BAGUILAT JR.
7. Atty SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO
Three timer elected Congressman of the Lone
District of Ifugao from 2001 to 2010 but lost for
the 2010 Gubernatorial Race against Atty
EUGENE M BALITANG under the LAKAS-
Kampi/CMD.
8. Maj Gen NELSON ALLAGA (Ret)
Lost his Congressional bid for the 2020 election
against incumbent Congressman TEODORO B
BAGUILAT JR under the LAKAS-
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Kampi/CMD
9. Atty JUMBO WACHAYNA
Lost his Congressional bid against former
Congressman SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO
during the 2007 election and to incumbent
Congressman TEODORO B BAGUILAT JR
during the 2010 election.
10.JOSEPH J ODAN
Incumbent SP Member from District II and
Graduating as SP Member.
11.JORDAN GULLITIW
Enjoying his last term as SP Member (District
I), former three termer Mayor of the youngest
Town of the province, the municipality of
Asipulo.
III. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
CONGRESSMAN: Hon TEODORO B
BAGUILAT JR
GOVERNOR : Hon EUGENE M
BALITANG
STRENGTH:
Both the incumbent Congressman and Governor have the
advantage respectively, who have the access to government
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resources not only as current leaders but as party members (LP) of
the President of the Republic. The congressman is active in his
transparent leadership while the governor is also active in pursuing
his political platforms; they have the logistical and financial
capability to sustain their political careers. Both are being
supported by big time contractors in the province like JR Luglug
who manages the PHRANARETE Construction and MrErenio G
Bobola Aka LANGILANG, a native of this province who migrated
as a miner and contractor to Didipio, Kasibu, NV.
WEAKENESSES:
Both political leaders sustained their support from a
number of contractors who bear financial and logistical support for
them. Their political maneuvers/strategy in affiliating themselves
to the CNN during the 2010 election has gained loosing support
because of some unmet contracts. For the Gov, his political
ambition was caught with anomalies and frustrations that will
eventually become an issue during the campaign in favor of his
would be opponents. While for the Congressman, he was not ableto sustain the benefits being enjoyed by the province during the
time of Former Congressman Atty SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO,
a few to mention was the DPWH Road Maintenance and etc.
OPPORTUNITIES
Both leaders are the 2013 bets of the Aquino
Administration (LP) for Congressman and Governor respectively.
THREAT
Generally, there are no threats monitored to both
Congressman and Governor.
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IV. POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION:
1. Congressional Position:
Atty. SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO
Former Congressman of the Lone District of
Ifugao with possible tandem with Atty DENNIS
HABAWEL as his Governor
2. Gubernatorial Position:
a.
Atty DENNIS HABAWELb. Atty PEDRO MAYAM-OIncumbent V-Governor
c. JONATHAN CUYAHONFormer mayor of Kiangan who lost his bid
for Congressman during the 2010 election.
STRENGTH
For Atty SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO, he has the number
of elected municipal mayors whom seven (7) of them (60%) won
during the 2010 election under his Political Party (LAKAS-
Kampi/CMD) as chair Provincial Level. Most of his
supporters/leaders are intact; he was a leader who concedes both
opponent and followers; has the financial support from most
befriended contractors within and outside the province and the
majority support from the AYANGAN Tribes (AYANGAN Tribeis the most dominant tribe in the Province of Ifugao).
For JONATHAN CUYAHON, hes financially able being a
big time businessman.
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For Atty DENNIS HABAWEL, hes has the able support
from his Law Firm in Manila and possibly politically affiliated
with the UNO of V-Pres BINAY and Senate Pres ENRILE.
WEAKNESSES:
For Atty CHUNGALAO, some Religious Groups dont like
his being a change smoker; some projects were unaccomplished
but source of anomalies of some of his contractors; and he has no
political figures/personalities and political party affiliated as of this
report. While Atty DENNIS HABAWEL spent most of his time in
the Metropolitan same with JONATHAN CUYAHON.
For Atty PEDRO MAYAM-O, no assurance from his
supporters due to financial constraint.
OPPORTUNITIES
A tandem between Atty SOLOMON R CHUNGALAO and
Atty DENNIS HABAWEL under the UNO Political Party is agreat challenge for the Administration Candidates; considering the
political history of politicians from the Municipality of Hingyon
like Hon Gov BALITANG, none of them graduated for the
position as Governor, Vice Governor or Mayor.
A greater number of Political aspirants for the major
position in the provincial level will give a greater chance to both
JONATHAN CUYAHON and Atty PEDRO MAYAM-O.
THREATS:
No monitored threat/s to their person and activities.
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KALINGA PROVINCE
I. POLITICAL SITUATION:As of this date, political situation of Kalinga province
remains stable. There are negative indicators into existence of
Private Armed Groups (PAGs) that can cause violence to the
forthcoming 2013 National and Local Elections. Although some of
the prospective candidates are now starting to build-up their
political line-up to propel their political plans and ambitions, the
peace and order condition of Kalinga remains stable.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES1. Manuel L. Agyao
He is the former undersecretary of the DPWH and
now on his 2ndterm as the incumbent congressman of
Lone District of Kalinga under the banner
LakasKampi but he shift to the Administration Party
the Liberal Party before the Impeachment of CJ
CONONA of the supreme court.
2. Jocel C. Baac
The Incumbent governor of the Kalinga province and
the former Vice-Governor of Kalinga under the
Administration Party LP.
3. Allen Jessie C. Mangaoang
The incumbent Vice Governor under the banner of the
Nationalista Party (NP) former Municipal of Balbalanfor three (3) terms.
POWER BROKER:
As of time no report on power broker.
II. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
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CONGRESSMAN : Engr. Manuel L. Agyao
GOVERNOR : Engr. Jocel C. Baac
VICE GOVERNOR : Engr. Allen Jessie C.
Mangaoang
STRENGTH:
Congressman Manuel L. Agyao and Governor Jocel C
Baac have the greater advantage being member of the
administration party and incumbent congressman and governor of
Kalinga respectively, who have the access to government
resources. They are very active in terms of politics; they have the
logistical and financial capability to sustain their political portfolio
and campaign.
WEAKNESSES:
For Congressman Manuel L. Agyao no weakness monitored
as of this time.
Governor Jocel C Baac with the negative impact of his
suspension by the DILG for a period of one (1) month. And the
questionable project at the national highway along the Tabuk-
Pinukpuk road located at BrgyGobgob, Tabuk City, Kalinga which
was under investigation and filed at the Ombudsman. OPPORTUNITIES:
Vice Governor Mangaoang on the other hand had his
chances being the incumbent and the son-in-law of the incumbent
Congressman under the Administration Party.
THREATS:
As to their security, generally, there are no serious threats
monitored to both incumbents and prospective candidates as of this
moment. Although for Governor Baac, we dont discount anypossible threat while he is serving his suspension handed over by
the DILG for the his involvement in a case filed against him by
Jerome B. Tabanganay of Radio Ng Bayan.
IV POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION:
a. Congressional Position:
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Atty. MacarioDuguian
Former Provincial Governor if tap by the opposition
party under UNA.
c. Gubernatorial Position:
Allen Jessie C. Mangaoang
Incumbent Vice-Governor of Kalinga and standard
bearer of NP he might run if the NP and LP will not
merges.
Atty. MacarioA.Duguiang
Former governor of Kalinga province and standard
bearer of NPC
Conrado T. Dieza
Former Chairman of LP Kalinga Chapter and ran for
Governor but lost to Baac and now got again the
Chairmanship of UNA Coalition Kalinga Chapter.
STRENGTH:
Allen Jessie C. Mangaoang is the incumbent Vice-
Governor of Kalinga and standard bearer of NP. He might run ifthe NP and LP will not merge. For he had the support of 90%
voters from the municipality of Pinukpuk and Balbalan and has
also logistical and financial capability to support his campaign for
the coming 2013 Elections. He had also established rapport with
the voting populace for his charming images.
Atty. Macario A. Duguiang is a former governor of Kalinga
province and standard bearer of NPC if the business community
like the OCDC will support him for his logistical and financialneeds.
Conrado T. Dieza being the chairman of UNA Kalinga
Chapter is an advantage.
WEAKNESSES:
Atty. Macario A. Duguiang- Lack of logistical and financial
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budget.
Conrado T. Dieza, no established reputation in the Province
of Kalinga. The people of Kalinga observed that when ever an
election comes he surface.
OPPORTUNITIES:
Allen Jessie C. Mangaoang
Being the Incumbent OIC Governor of Kalinga until
October during the filing candidacy.
THREATS:
There is no apparent threat on this person as of this period.
Whenever they are attending to special events they would always
ask for police escorts/security.
MT PROVINCE
I. POLITICAL SITUATION SUMMARY:
The province is still experiencing peaceful political
atmosphere without any monitored Private Armed Groupsorganized by political personalities to be utilized to rig, disrupt or
ensure their winnability during the upcoming 2013 National and
Local Elections. The absence of intense political rivalry among
candidates and the culture of this province have a great impact to
diffuse most if not all political differences which may lead to
isolated violent incident as in the case of the Late Mayor Rafael of
Paracelis, Mountain Province.
Presently there are no rumors of political alliance in
preparation to 2013 election, however, respected personalities
holding high positions in the government are planning to run for
provincial seats in 2013 after retiring, the likes of Usec. Roy
Manao of DPWH and Gen. Gomez, 5th ID PA.
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II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES:
1. Atty. MAXIMO BADECAO DALOG,
Former Governor of Mountain Province and now
incumbent Congressman of this lone District of Mountain
Province under LAKAS NUCD and allied himself to the
Liberal Party.
2. Atty. LEONARD G MAYAEN
Incumbent Governor of Mountain Province, ran as
Nationalista Party. He is respected and a high caliber
lawyer in and out of the province. Earned his good image
and political popularity through his connection alliance to
the late Cong. Victor Dominguez coupled with his
expertise in court battles especially in drug related cases.
3. Engr. JUPITER C DOMINGUEZ
Former Mayor of Sabangan, Mountain Province, lost
during the 2007 and 2010 congressional seat by the late
Victor Dominguez and incumbent Cong. MaximoDalog
respectively. However, his loss to AttyDalog was very slim
despite the fact that he ran independently while AttyDalog
was then the incumbent Governor.
4. THOMAS A KILLIP
Former Mayor of the Sagada, Mountain Province lost
during the 2010 election eyeing for congressional seat. He
was previously the Presidential Assistant of the OPAPP of
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former President GMA.
5. FRANLKIN C ODSEY
Former Mayor of Bontoc, Mountain Province, lost during
the 2010 election under Independent Party against
MaximoDalog. He is now the Provincial Administrator of
Governor Mayaen. He is planning to run for Mayor for the
municipality of Bontoc but it depends on the political line-
up in the congressional seat and if Jupiter Dominguez will
still run for Congress.
POWER BROKERS
There are no perceived power brokers who can handle the
whole Province which may affect the political atmosphere of the
province. There may be power brokers at the Municipal and
Barangay levels who will be wooed by politicians.
III. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
CONGRESSMAN : Atty. MAXIMO B DALOG
GOVERNOR : LEONARD G MAYAEN
STRENGTH
CONGRESSMAN MAXIMO B DALOGhas an edge over
his rivals in terms of financial and logistical capabilities being the
incumbent while his rivals are still in the stage of recovering their
lost financial assets during the 2010 election. It can be recalled that
during his stint as governor of the province he secretly mobilized
the provincial government in preparation to the highest political
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seat in the province. The birth of Lang-ay Festival the famous feast
celebration of the province was named during his incumbency as
governor which gave him high expectations of the people of
Mountain Province. This festivity was utilized by Congressman
Dalog during the campaign period. AttyMaximoDalog is being
backed-up by his Abalayan Daniel Peckley a big time contractor
and businessman in the province.
GOVERNOR LEONARD MAYAEN:
Incumbency is the most advantage of Atty. Mayaen
coupled with stable financial resources to sustain his political
battle until the end of the campaign period. His expertise as a high
caliber lawyer charmed the local populace to praise and support
him.
Livelihood Financial assistance was provided to all rebel
returnees under his programs embodied in Executive Order
Number 24, Series of 2011, of which there are 37 rebel returnees
who availed the program coming from Bontoc, Sadanga, Sagadaand Natonin, Mountain Province.
WEAKNESSES:
CONGRESSMAN MAXIMO DALOG
Hon. Congressman Maximo B Dalog was implicated in the
last 2010 election wherein members of his supporters were flaggeddown in Paracelis and several high powered firearms were
confiscated. One of which was registered under his name. A case
of election protest was filed by Jupiter Dominguez, case is on
progress.
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Some supporters of Hon MaximoDalog were dismayed
because of his promise to provide them some projects if ever he
will win as congressman but all the projects today are all
monopolized by his Abalayan and his close relatives.
Governor Leonard Mayaen needs to strengthen his political
maneuvering in the eastern part of the province wherein he lost in
three (3) municipalities by slight margin.
OPPORTUNITIES
Congressman Maximo B Dalog will be secretly supported
by Governor Mayaen against Engr Jupiter Dominguez with logic
that Dalog is older than Dominguez which give him more
opportunity to run for Congressman in the future as compared to
Jupiter.
Franklin Odsey being the present Provincial Administrator
under Gov. Mayaen will cast his support to the incumbentGovernor.
POSSIBLE OPPONENT ON 2013 ELECTION
a. Congressional Position:
Engr. Jupiter Dominguez
Former Mayor of Sabangan, Mountain Province underIndependent Party
Franklin Odsey
Former Mayor of Bontoc, mountain Province
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b. Gubernatorial Position:
MarcialCapsuyenLawilao Jr.Former ABC president (SK Federation) almost upset Hon
Leonard Mayaen during 2010 election.
Harry Dominguez
Former Mayor of Tadian, Mountain Province
Ezra Alipit Gomez
Former Board Member lost during 2010 election
STRENGHT/WEAKNESS:
Engr. Jupiter Dominguez.
For his outstanding performance and dedication as
municipal Mayor of Sabangan, he was adjudged as the best Mayor
all over the country and an unopposed candidate during 2004
election. Unification among the supporters of his late uncle
Congressman Victor Dominguez and his loyal supporters is an
armada to fight the political strategies of Congressman Dalog.
Engr. Jupiter Dominguez lacked campaign fund during the
duration of the election period. More exposure during the
campaign in the heart of the province to gain sympathy of the
voting populace of Bontoc and Bauko, Mountain Province.
His good leadership, untiring and diligent service to sustain
the peace and order of Mountain Province is most likely his
winnability among political rivals.
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Lack of political maneuvering during the start and at the
end of campaign period.
Marcial C Lawilao Jr.
Former ABC President, the voice of the KABATAN for the
improvement of the province.
Lack political experience and machinery.
Harry Dominguez
Seasoned political candidate who have many political
strategies during election period doubled with campaign portfolio,however, he never wins. Trust and confidence of the people is not
yet touched by Harry Dominguez despite of his charmed and party
affiliation more so that he was baptized by his rivals as Dirty
Hary because of his dirty tricks during the election period.
Ezra A Gomez
Good performance during his stint as Provincial Board
Member of the province but lack of political machinery to surviveduring the height of election period.
OPPORTUINITES:
In as much as there are no political alliance among the
politicos in the province, Jupiter Dominguez is perceived to be the
Congressional contender to fight against the incumbent, probably
one on one if Roy Manao will not push through with his desire torun for the same seat.
THREATS:
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All of the above mentioned personalities have no threat on
their persons as of this report.
BAGUIO CITY
I. POLITICAL SITUATION
Baguio City has no intense political rivalries nor has
encountered any politically related problems. Unlike in other
provinces in the Cordilleras, the exercise of local politics in the
city is respected and admired. The residents of the city have a greatrespect to politicians, most especially to the elected local officials
as evidenced by the fact that the City of Baguio has never been put
into any controversy involving threat, fraud or force and
intimidation employed by its political candidates and their
supporters during the election periods, although, there were
instances that local candidates engaged themselves in verbal
tussles and criticisms but our candidates are politically mature and
professionals. People believe without any doubt that publicofficials were duly elected and therefore legitimate. Elected
officials also reward this respect in protecting the rights and
welfare of the people.
Likewise, based on the previous political exercises, local
politicians do not employ Partisan Armed Groups (PAGs) during
election period, thus there were no instances where Intense
Political Rivalry (IPR) was ever monitored. There are no identifiedcritical areas described as Area of Concern and Area of Immediate
Concern as election ends with no election-related violent incidents.
II. POLITICAL PERSONALITIES
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1. Engr. Bernardo M. Vergara IncumbentCongressman ( First Term )
He served as congressman from the lone district of
Baguio City for three (3) consecutive terms from
1992 to 2001 and elected as Mayor of Baguio for
one (1) term from 2001 to 2004. At present, he
won as Congressman on the 2010 national and
local elections under LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD.
2. Atty. Mauricio G. Domogan IncumbentCity Mayor ( First Term
Hon Mauricio G Domogan, fondly called Morris
was born on October 10, 1946, he began his
political career as a Councilor of the City of Baguio
from 1988-1992. Impressed by his humility,
honesty, and genuine service, the people of Baguio
elected him Vice Mayor in May 1992. But as
destiny willed it, he never served as Vice Mayor. Itis because 15 minutes after taking his oath as Vice
Mayor, he took his oath as Acting Mayor. He
served as Acting Mayor from July 1, 1992 to
October 24, 1992, when he assumed as the real City
Mayor by virtue of the disqualification of then
elected Mayor Jun Labo, who was disqualified by
the Supreme Court due to his being
an Australian citizen. Thereafter, he was elected andserved as City Mayor from 1992 to 2001.
After he finished his term as City Mayor, he has
been elected to three terms as Member of the House
of Representatives of the Philippines, representing
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the Lone District of Baguio City. He first won as a
Representative on 2001, and was re-elected in 2004
and 2007 respectively.
He reclaimed his mayoralty post in Baguio City
after winning the 2010 national and local elections
under the LAKAS- KAMPI CMD.
3. Atty. Daniel T Farinas Incumbent CityVice Mayor ( Second Term )
Atty. Daniel T Farinas was elected City Vice
Mayor for three consecutive terms from 1992 to
2001, then ran for city councilor and eventually
won. On 2007 and 2010 national and local elections
under Nationalista Party (NP), he again won for
vice mayor.
POWER BROKER
1. Iglesiani Cristo like any other parts of thecountry, the solid vote of this religious group
has been the determining factor for winningcandidates in the City of Baguio
III. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS ELECTED
CONGRESSMAN : BERNARDO M VERGARA
MAYOR : ATTY MAURICIO G DOMOGAN
STRENGTH
Hon. Congressman Bernardo M. Vergara has
unquestionable performance for a hardworking habit during his
stint as the representative of Baguio City. He has been instrumental
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in the upliftment of the city which was ruined by the July 1990
devastating earthquake, he was awarded as the Philippines Ten
Most Outstanding Congressman for two (2) times and he was also
known for his involvement in the construction of Marcos Highway
and magnanimous efforts to improve Baguios economy by way of
extensive infrastructure projects.
Mayor Mauricio G Domogan is consistent in his good
performance and hard work habit during his stint as elected City
Councilor, Vice Mayor, three (3) consecutive terms as City Mayor
and Congressman. Likewise, the people of Baguio were impressed
on his good governance, his humility, honesty, and genuine service
to the people as Janitor of Baguio.
WEAKNESS
As of this report, the career of the honorable congressman
is in its high peak. However, his political opponents in theupcoming 2013 elections may fabricate stories to discredit his
credibility.
Mayor Domogan on the other hand has unquestionable
integrity; no weakness was seen in his political career. However,
his opponents and detractors are capitalizing the garbage problem
of the city to pin him down on the political arena.
OPPORTUNITIES
The Hon Congressman has a great possibility to win
against his opponents on the upcoming elections.
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Hon Mayor Mauricio G. Domogan is still undefeated in the
political race for he is well supported by the people of Baguio.
THREATS
No monitored threats against the honorable congressman as
of this report.
IV. POSSIBLE OPPONENTS ON 2013 ELECTION
a. Congressional Position:
1. Engr Leandro B YangotJrHe is the Regional Coordinator of the Liberal Party
(LP) in the cordilleras, he was former elected as
ABC president, City councilor and declared Acting
Vice Mayor when then elected Vice Mayor Peter
Rey Bautista Jr was also declared as the city mayor
during the time when elected city mayorBraulioDacanayYaranon was sacked in his post. He
ran for congressman last 2010 elections under the
LP but loose. At present, EngrYangot was
appointed by HEP Benigno S Aquino III as Board
of Director of Camp John Hay Development
Corporation under BCDA.
STRENGTH
Engr. Yangot is a member of the present administration
ruling political party, the Liberal Party and he is known to be
closed to His Excellency President BenignoSemion C Aquino III
and DOTC Secretary and president of the LP, Atty Mar Roxas.
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WEAKNESS
One of the weaknesses of EngrYangot is the leadership
problem of the Liberal Party in Baguio City.
OPPORTUNITIES
Most likely he has the chance to win against his close
opponent, incumbent Congressman Bernardo M Vergara.
THREATS
Negative as of this moment.
2. Atty. Nicasio M AlipingJrHe was re-elected as City Councilor last May 2010
elections. At present, he is the chairperson on Committee on Public
Utilities and Traffic Legislation, a member on committees on
Laws; Urban Planning, Lands and Housing and Ways and Meansand Finance Cluster B Division III Barangay Administrative
Cases. Likewise, he headed the Special Committee on
Transportation and Management Council (TTMC) and elected as
Vice President, Philippine Councilors League-Baguio City
Chapter.
STRENGTH
Atty. Aliping was elected number 1 city councilor during
the last May 2010 national and local elections.
WEAKNESS
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His weakness cannot be ascertained as of this moment.
OPPORTUNITIES
Atty. Aliping will probably won if he will run for re-
election for City Council on the upcoming 2013 election however,
if he will push thru his plan to run for congressman, there is a
possibility that he will lose against incumbent Congressman
Bernardo M Vergara.
THREATS
There were no threats in the life of Hon Aliping as of this
report.
3. Atty. Rocky Tomas Atiwag Balisong was born onSeptember 4, 1969, he was a member of the
NACIONALISTA PARTY. He has served the people of
Baguio for two consecutive terms (six years) from 2004 to
2010 as city councilor and served as acting vice mayorduring his terms. He ran for congress on last May 2010
national and elections but lost.
STRENGTH
The political strength of Atty. Balisong cannot be
ascertained as of this report.
WEAKNESS
Information gathered by this office reveals that Atty.
Balisong has a series of Estafa cases and are now pending before
the court here in Baguio City. Further, subject posted bail for his
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provisional liberty.
OPPORTUNITY
The chance of Atty. Balisong to win on the forthcoming
2013 election is remote.
THREATS
The possible threats in the life of Atty. Balisong that might
arise is not politically motivated but instead it will apparently come
from those who filed cases against him.
4. Atty. Edgar M AvilaAtty. Edgar M Avila, is a graduate of Saint Louis University
College of Law. He was admitted to the practice of Law in 1985..
He was distinguished in the field of social engineering as a
Member of the House of Representatives representing the Youth
Sector in the 9th and 10th Congress from 1992-1998. During his
stint in Congress he was a member of the Committee on Justice,Education, Constitutional Amendments, Public Order and Safety,
Tourism, Youth Sports and other significant committees. He was
Chairman of the Oversight Committee on Duty Free. He has not
only infused innovative ideas into the Congressional debates but
also steered policies and programs towards being more responsive
to the specific needs and aspirations of the people. In his six year
stint in Congress, he authored 84 Bills and Resolutions, 54 of
which were of National Significance. As a neophyte Congressmanhe was able to sign into law, four (4) bills and was in the list of the
country's TOP TEN CONGRESSMEN in 1996.
In May 2010 national and local elections, he run for congress
for the lone district of Baguio City but loose to Hon Bernardo M
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Vergara.
STRENGTH
Atty Avila has his own LAW FIRM and a well known
practicing criminal and corporate lawyer with eight (8) associates.
He is the CHARTER PRESIDENT of the Rotary Club of
Downtown Session and wrote columns in both national and local
dailies particularly the Journal Manila Times, Baguio Reporter,
Skyland News, the Weekly Tribune and the Cordillera Post.
WEAKNESS
Lack of political machinery.
OPPORTUNITIES
The chance of Atty Avila to win on the upcoming 2013
election if he will run again for congressman against incumbent
congressman Bernardo M Vergara is remote. However, he willsurely win if he will run for City Councilor.
THREATS
Negative as of this report.
5. Rienaldo A Bautista JrRienaldoAsperin Bautista Jr. @ Peter Rey was born on April
14, 1969, he was elected as City Councilor from 1998 to 2004. He
won as City Vice Mayor on 2004 election and was declared as City
Mayor on 2006 when then elected City Mayor BraulioYaranon
was suspended and eventually removed from his office. On 2007
national and local elections, he run for City Mayor and eventually
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won against his close opponents former Mayors BraulioYaranon
and Bernardo M Vergara and on May 2010 national and local
elections he again run as an independent candidate for
congressman of the lone district of Baguio City but loose to the
now incumbent Congressman Bernardo M Vergara.
STRENGTH
Cannot be ascertain as of this report.
WEAKNESS
He has no political party coupled by controversies while he
was the City Mayor from 2007 to 2010.
OPPORTUNITIES
The chance of Peter Rey to win for the upcoming election
cannot be ascertain as of this report.
THREATS
Negative as of this report.
b. For Mayoralty Position
1. Atty. Jose M MolintasThe possible close opponent of Hon Mauricio G Domogan
on the upcoming 2013 national and local election is ATTY JOSE
MENCIO MOLINTAS of the Liberal Party (LP). Atty. Jose M
Molintas @ JOEMOL was born on July 12, 1961 at Baguio City,
he was elected City Councilor on 2004 and was ranked number 12
and on 2007, he ran for congress but loose against his opponent
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Atty. Mauricio G Domogan. He again tried his luck and ran as city
mayor but again he loose the race from the same opponent, the
incumbent City Mayor Mauricio G Domogan.
STRENGTH
Atty. Jose M Molintas is well known Human Rights
practicing lawyer and a member of the present administration
ruling party known as Liberal Party (LP).
WEAKNESS
Lack of political machinery coupled by controversies that
greatly affects his political career.
OPPORTUNITIES
The chance of Atty. Molintas to win on the forthcoming
election against his opponent incumbent Mayor Mauricio G
Domogan is remote.
THREATS
As of this report, no monitored nor established threats in
the life of Atty. Molintas.
Respectfully submitted for your information.
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ERNESTO DAYTEC GAAB, PESE
Police Senior Superintendent
OIC, RID
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