Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando (3rd from left) raises the hand of Vice President Leni Robredo to officially endorse her presidential candidacy. Also with them are former City of Malolos mayor Danilo Domingo, Fernando’s vice gubernatorial running mate, Board Member Alex Castro, Third District Rep. Lorna Silverio, City of Malolos Mayor Bebong Gatchalian and Bustos Vice Mayor Arnel Mendoza, who is running for mayor. (Photo by Carmela Reyes-Estrope)
CITY OF MALOLOS––Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando officially endorsed Monday the presidential candidacy of Vice President Leni Robredo at the historic Barasoain Church grounds.
In a press briefing, Fernando raised the hand of Robredo and said he sought divine intervention before making the decision.
The governor said he knows Robredo and has seen how she served the country.
“Let a woman lead, let Leni lead,” he said during the press briefing.
But Fernando reiterated that Bulakenyos are free to choose their presidential candidate.
Robredo said she was elated by Fernando’s endorsement, adding that the governor took a risk but stood his ground.