A Letter to the President

Hon. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
President of the Republic of the Philippines
Malacañang Palace, Manila

Dear Mr. President,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you not only as a student, but also as a young Filipino who deeply cares about the future of our country.

First of all, I want to acknowledge your efforts in leading our nation. I see how heavy your responsibilities are, and I recognize the challenges you face every day as the one leading the Philippines through both local and global struggles. I know that improving our economy and handling crises are not easy to carry the weight of more than 100 million citizens on your shoulders.

However, as a Filipino youth, I also want to express my worries. Many of us feel anxious about the rising cost of living, poverty, and the struggles of ordinary workers and farmers. We often hear promises of development, but in our daily lives, we still see hunger, unemployment, and inequality. My heart aches for those families who can barely meet their basic needs. I also worry about the future of our education system, because students like me dream of becoming professionals one day, but sometimes, the resources we are given are not enough.

I do not write this letter out of anger, but out of hope. What I truly wish is for you to give greater attention to the poor, to prioritize honest and sustainable governance, and to inspire us, especially the youth, to continue believing that change is possible.

Mr. President, history has already placed you in a very important position. My plea is simple: please lead us with empathy, fairness, and courage. Please remember that every decision you make affects not only this generation, but also the generations to come.

As one of the Filipino youth, I want to see a Philippines where no child is hungry, where education is excellent, and where citizens feel proud and secure in their own country. I still hold on to the hope that under your leadership, we can move closer to that vision.

With respect and sincerity,

Miel Keif Lyan Abalos 
10 Martinelli ISNHS