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Pacquiao says bets quitting race may join his team
Presidential candidate Senator Manny Pacquiao is urging other candidates reportedly planning to quit to join his campaign instead.
He stated that he personally needs a sign from God to withdraw from the race himself, emphasizing that he does not easily back out of any fight.
Pacquiao's primary motivations for seeking the presidency are to aid the poor and to go after corrupt government officials.
He also commented that if all Filipinos were like Vice President Leni Robredo, he might not be running for the position.
Pacquiao is not bothered by local government officials endorsing other presidential candidates, stating that at the end of the day, he believes he will be president.
He reiterated that his service would be for all Filipinos, especially the poor, and that he would not compromise on this advocacy.
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