Usapang Pinas: First SONA

After President Rodrigo Duterte's first State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 25 (Monday) we all have something to say, good or bad alike. However, this quick reactions from celebrities have definitely caught the limelight. See what they have to say!

Host Vice Ganda shows support for the President through his prayers.

Coleen Garcia described Duterte's speech as "simple, straighforward and sincere."

She further expressed enthusiasm for the President's speech saying:

"I don't know about you guys, but I have so much love and respect for our President. Wonderful leader!"

"I know that actions speak louder than words, but this #SONA2016 makes me feel hopeful for our nation and our people. God bless us all!"

"Let's do our part in making sure that this vision becomes a reality. Our leaders can only do so much. The rest has to come from us."

Sarah Lahbati quoted a line from Duterte's speech.

"I assure you, this will be a clean government."

Ruffa Gutierrez have also quoted a few lines from the speech and expressed his fondness towards the President because of his honesty and humor.

"Finger pointing is not the way!!! -DUTERTE #SONA2016 #SONADu30"

"I will not waste time dwelling on the sins of the past ...- DUTERTE #SONA2016 #SONADu30"

"#PresidentDuterte is so honest and hilarious! ?????? I'm amused while watching! #SONA2016 #SONAdu30"

Sunshine Cruz expressed her hopes for a new and better Philippines.

"Excited and looking forward to a better Philippines. God bless you our dear President. #SONA2016" -Sunshine Cruz

Mark Bautista liked Duterte's plans for fast and free wifi connections in public areas.

Ethel Booba tweeted in jest: "Call 8888 wag magtext baka iregister ka ng Globe sa Unli. Charot! #SONA2016"

While Kimpoy Feliciano made a side comment in regards to lower taxes saying: "MORE POCKET MONEY MGA BES!!"

Source: TNP , Rappler

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Celebrities Quickly Reacted To The First SONA of Duterte! Read What They Had To Say!

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As heat continues with the current administration against its critics, its refereshing to hear about the news that so far no leftist groups are planning to have a big demonstration rally during the first State of the Nation Address of President Rodrigo Duterte.

This was confirmed one of the progressive groups in the country Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) who is know to hold big anti-administration rallies during SONAs. According to Bayan Secretary General Renato Reyes last Thursday, that although there will still be a rally, this will be of support to the new President. Quoting from his statement, he said:

"Hindi siya katulad ng mga nagdaang SONA na anti-administration, bumabatikos ng mariin sa Pangulo. Siyempre dito gusto natin i-highlight ano yung people's demands. May bahaging suporta dun sa mga patakaran na malinaw na ang stand ng Pangulo, support sa laban sa contractualization, support sa paglaban sa mapanirang mining companies, assertion ng sovereignty sa Pilipinas, lalong-lalo na support for the peace process,"

As a matter of fact, their plan was just to make their voices heard through the event.