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Raffy Tulfo to be part of Lacson-Sotto slate?
Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed that broadcast personality Raffy Tulfo and former agriculture secretary Manny Piñol are being considered as potential senatorial candidates for the Lacson-Sotto tandem's slate in the 2022 elections.
Lacson mentioned ongoing discussions with Raffy Tulfo to resolve minor issues and concerns regarding his potential candidacy.
He also confirmed that Manny Piñol has expressed an intention to run for the Senate under their ticket.
Additionally, Lacson stated that Leyte 4th District Representative Lucy Torres-Gomez will instead run for mayor of Ormoc City, withdrawing her potential Senate bid.
Lacson emphasized that the current list of senatorial candidates is tentative as they continue to finalize their slate.
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