Vice Ganda backs 2022 senatorial bid of Atty. Chel Diokno

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Chel Diokno received early support from Vice Ganda after announcing his senatorial bid for the 2022 elections.

Last Wednesday, September 15, the human rights lawyer took to his social media accounts to announce his bid.

Evidently, he said,

“Yes, tatakbo ulit ako sa Senado. Napakaraming bagay ang hindi patas dito sa atin—sa batas, sa ekonomiya, sa mga patakaran sa COVID. Gawin nating mas makatarungan ang buhay ng mga Pilipino,”

Yes, tatakbo ulit ako sa Senado. Napakaraming bagay ang hindi patas dito sa atin—sa batas, sa ekonomiya, sa mga patakaran sa COVID. Gawin nating mas makatarungan ang buhay ng mga Pilipino. https://t.co/TblCMrM7Ao

— Chel Diokno (@ChelDiokno) September 15, 2021

A support from Vice

Then, Diokno received messages of support regarding his intention to run, including one from the Phenomenal Box Office Star.

Hence, Vice wrote a simple tweet to express his support.

Indeed, he tweeted,

CHEL DIOKNO FOR SENATOR

— jose marie viceral (@vicegandako) September 15, 2021

Furthermore, the comedian-host made a TikTok video, repeatedly saying Diokno’s name.

@unkabogableviceganda

CHEL DIOKNO #foryou

♬ original sound – Vice Ganda – Vice Ganda

Moreover, in the September 16 episode of It’s Showtime, Vice mentioned Diokno once more.

During the episode, he described him as his “favorite lawyer.”

This is a clear endorsement of Chel Diokno. #ChelLang #ChelSaSenado #ShowtimeAllPollYou pic.twitter.com/G4BRDbC4EJ

— Banash Daily #RegisterToVote (@BIENsays) September 16, 2021

Character development?

Netizens expressed shock and elation towards Vice’s support towards Diokno, with some saying it’s part of his character development, as he was previously known as a supporter of President Rodrigo Duterte.

Vice Ganda endorsing Chel Diokno is the biggest plot twist I've never expected

— alexcerado (@alexcerado) September 15, 2021

vice ganda been using their platform to call out government, and now they’re promoting chel diokno I LOVE THEM SO MUCH

— aj (@rebolushawn) September 15, 2021

However, unbeknownst to some, Vice previously endorsed Diokno during the 2019 senatorial elections.

Matalino, magaling at MATINO si CHEL DIOKNO. Iboboto ko sya para sa lahat ng Madlang People na naghahangad ng bansang may hustisya. Sana maisama nyo rin sya sa iboboto nyong 12.

— jose marie viceral (@vicegandako) May 9, 2019

Hope for the coming elections

Moreover, netizens have expressed hope with Diokno’s bid through Vice’s support.

Hence, some said this might reach more members of the masses with his huge platform.

Vice Ganda doing the most with another Chel Diokno recommendation 😍 That is how you use your platform well, Toni Gonzaga.

Plus the Vhong Navarro swipe at the end "Vhong gising gising tayo" 😂 pic.twitter.com/WguZhRCiIC

— Nicol (@nikowl) September 16, 2021

Atty. Chel Diokno now has a powerful supporter in Vice Ganda. It makes me hopeful about his chances of winning a seat in the Senate next year! Go, Vice! Go, Atty. Chel! 🎉 https://t.co/BUuGzKlIM7

— irene (@purpaholicfan) September 16, 2021

Also, Vice is not the only celebrity to express his support for the lawyer.

Moreover, Enchong Dee and Saab Magalona voiced their moral support regarding Diokno’s announcement.

Additionally, Diokno announced his bid as an independent candidate, as of writing.

Last 2019, he affiliated with the Liberal Party’s Otso Diretso coalition alongside Mar Roxas, Samira Gutoc, and Bam Aquino, among others.

During the elections, he placed 21st overall, unable to clinch one of twelve senatorial seats.

Lastly, we ask this. What are your thoughts on Vice’s support for Chel Diokno? Have you registered to vote? Let us know!