Actress Ellen Adarna didn’t hold back as she aired her frustrations over the political culture in the Philippines following the 2025 midterm elections, calling out public officials who act entitled despite being public servants.
In a series of Instagram Stories posted on May 13, Ellen directly addressed the attitude of some politicians, recounting personal experiences of how some of them allegedly treat citizens with condescension.
“Just speaking from experience rani guys ha. Some are okay—grounded and respectful… but some are just UGH, barf!” she began.
The Cebuana actress emphasized that public servants, including elected officials, are paid through taxpayers’ money, which gives every Filipino the right to demand better treatment.
“We’re the ones paying for public servants—their salaries, their offices, their benefits. All of it comes from taxpayers. We’re basically feeding them three meals a day, with snacks and coffee breaks in between.”
Ellen pointed out that instead of being treated as the employers in this relationship, ordinary citizens are often made to feel like they owe politicians something.
“When we deal with them, it’s like we have to tiptoe, smile nice, and act like we owe them. Like they’re royalty… in a country that’s already a mess.”
“Uh, no. Shouldn’t it be the other way around?” she asked.
She ended her message by urging Filipinos not to be intimidated by authority figures who forget their place in public service.
“So, madlang people, don’t ever let anyone make you feel like public servants are above you. Because if they do? That means they’re more into maintaining power than actually serving the people.”
“And when they forget who’s boss, remind them. So, uhm… kinda diay imong bossing? Answer: the madlang people!”
