Chavit Singson is convinced that there are other ways to serve the people, one that does not demand the limelight or the attendant glamor of the Senate chamber, but the quiet and unsung labor of a heart wholly dedicated to their welfare.

While the seasoned statesman from Ilocos Sur's decision to withdraw his Senate candidacy may be seen by some as retreat, he assured he will continue to fight for the crusades he holds dear in a manner that is true to the spirit of those causes.

The Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, which sought to revamp the nation’s iconic jeepneys, had been a cornerstone of his platform.

But Singson saw a critical flaw in its execution.

Rather than burden the jeepney drivers with financial ruin, he proposed a maverick solution: solar-powered electric jeepneys, both environment-friendly and economically viable.

Despite his witdrawal, his words were imbued with hope for a future that could be shaped by collective will and ingenuity.

"I will continue to help PUV drivers, incentivizing modernization through huge subsidies."