Follow… and clap

The marching orders from upstairs to a government agency is to heed the rules and mandates handed down to them at once, then applaud the administration for initiating reforms on which the directives are always painted.

“We need to comply with this and make the people feel that orders are being heeded,” a Nosey Tarsee inside the Palace said.

The new instructions are precise: Every message must align with the administration’s stated reform agenda.

Applause is expected to greet these proposals, as they reflect President Marcos’ commitment to ensuring that Filipinos feel the government is doing its best for their welfare.

Ultimately, it’s up to the agency personnel to act quickly or choose to distance themselves from the Palace.

“Agency personnel should pay close attention to what the President wants, consider whether their actions support these goals, and focus on what will make people happy — immediately,” the source said.

Worker vs traveler

It seems the Big Boss is all primed for his highlight event — the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SoNA).

In recent weeks, he has been actively participating in “on the ground” events such as putting up blackboards in schools, reading flashcards with children, and inspecting structures.

With the SoNA preparations underway, avid Palace watchers are wondering if such mundane tasks provide a preview of his upcoming report to the nation.

The attempt to be a busybody is in contrast to his popular second, who is being depicted as a frequent traveler to advocate for her father’s release and to air her frustration with her former running mate and the government he runs.

The top gun’s grounded approach to governance, his visible mage as a “working man,” may be his new persona in his remaining years in power. It is the way he wants to be remembered — his supposed legacy. Beyond his being ubiquitous, he is also digitally visible.

A vlogger, a podcaster, a father, and a leader. A long list of identities he wishes to project — a working leader.