Social media influencer and beloved content creator Sassa Gurl took to Instagram on March 25 to deliver a timely and passionate reminder to her followers about the importance of making informed choices in the upcoming elections.
Known for her quirky videos and relatable vlogs, Sassa Gurl, a prominent figure in the LGBTQIA+ community, used her platform to address critical issues surrounding candidates with questionable qualifications, the spread of fake news, and the need to prioritize values over popularity when casting votes.
In her Instagram post, Sassa emphasized the significance of examining a candidate’s track record over relying solely on their promises.
“Lagi nyong i-check ang track record ng tumatakbo! Hindi ‘yung puro lang pangako ang ginagawa nila? No! Hindi pwede ‘yun, hindi ‘yung pangako lang nang pangako pero wala namang ginawa in the past,” she said. Her candid and straightforward tone resonated with her audience, as she called out politicians who rely on empty rhetoric without a history of tangible accomplishments.
Beyond highlighting the importance of a proven record, Sassa tackled the rampant issue of fake news, urging her followers to adopt a critical mindset.
“Dapat maging kritikal ang pag-iisip natin. Mag-research! Isipin natin ‘tama ba itong nakikita ko? Tama ba ‘tong nababasa ko? Dapat alamin mo, i-double check mo. I-fact check mo yan!” she advised.
With misinformation increasingly clouding electoral discourse, Sassa’s call for research and fact-checking serves as a vital reminder for voters to verify the claims of those vying for their support.
Sassa also encouraged her followers to vote with their conscience, focusing on the values and principles of candidates rather than their public personas.
“Bumoto tayo base sa konsiyensya natin. Ni-rerepresent nya ba ako? Pinaglalaban nya ba ako? Anong values meron sya? Ano’ng pinaglalaban niya?” she asked, pushing her audience to reflect on whether a candidate truly aligns with their interests and beliefs. She stressed that moral integrity and representation should outweigh superficial appeal.
In a playful yet pointed warning, Sassa added, “I-prioritize natin ‘yun rather than popularity. Dahil kung boboto tayo base lang sa popular popular lang? Ay, day, mai-scammers tayo nyan nak! Hindi puwede yun!” Her humorous delivery underscored a serious message: popularity alone is a risky metric for choosing leaders and could leave voters vulnerable to deception.
Not stopping at voting day, Sassa went further, rallying her followers to actively participate in the electoral process by amplifying the voices of qualified yet underfunded candidates.
“Kailangan natin ipagkakalat kung sino ang matinong kandidato, kasi ‘yung matinong kandidato, walang pera yan! Kadalasan walang budget ‘yan pang-kampanya!” she declared. Her call to action highlights a harsh reality of elections: principled candidates often lack the financial backing to compete with well-funded opponents, making grassroots support from influencers and voters alike crucial to their success.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Sassa Gurl has consistently used her platform to advocate for informed voting, especially with elections just months away.
Her latest message reinforces her commitment to empowering her followers to make choices that reflect their values and contribute to meaningful change—both by voting wisely and by shedding light on deserving candidates who might otherwise go unnoticed.
