The Voice of the Youth to Mr. President

Dear President Marcos, 

     As a Filipino citizen, I am writing this letter to express my concern for our country and how worried I am about it's future. I truly respect the efforts you have made to lead our country, but I am deeply concerned about the enduring problems with poverty, corrruption and environmental degradation that our country is facing that still have an impact on many Filipino citizen's lives, I am worried that things will only get out of hand if we don't take quick actions to stop it. I am hoping that under your guidance, the much needed adjustments can be implemented.

     Furthermore, I would like to emphasize the importance of investing in education and healthcare. These are vital areas that can greatly contribute to the development of our country. By ensuring that every Filipino has access to quality education and affordable healthcare, we can empower individuals to lift themselves out of poverty and improve their overall quality of life. I believe that by focusing on these key sectors, we can create a stronger, more resilient nation, capable of facing future challenges with confidence. 

     In certain aspects of governance, there is a lack of accountability and transparency which frustrates me. Seeing situations where peoples welfare appears to be subordinated to personal interests saddening. I urge you to prioritize the needs of the most vulnerable among us and to lead with integrity. From a point of love and care far our nation, I genuinly hope that the Philippines would prosper under your leadership and overcome its challenges.

Yours Truly,

A concerned Filipino citizen

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