"Hmm… politics, huh? Well, it is one of the factors for the success of any industry in the country. But if I were to comment," Timothy exhaled softly, "I'd say the political climate here in the Philippines is intense. And with the election coming up, people are taking sides, notably the Uniteam, represented by Farcos and Duerte."
He paused for a moment, choosing his next words carefully.
"But here's the thing," he continued, his voice steady but firm. "Politics in this country has slowly turned into something cult-like. It isn't just about policies or platforms anymore. It's about personalities. People aren't voting based on competence or vision, they're voting based on loyalty, emotion, and inherited biases."
Mel's eyebrows lifted slightly, clearly aware that Timothy was stepping into sensitive territory, but also clearly wanting him to continue.
