From June 3 to 6, P-Noy’s net satisfaction rating posted a five percentage drop; from +51 (69 percent satisfied, 18 percent dissatisfied) last March, to +46 (64 percent satisfied, 18 percent dissatisfied).

The possible reason for the 5% drop can be blamed on the President’s coddling of his buddies and allies, according to Ang Galing Pinoy Representative Juan Miguel “Mikey” Arroyo.

“Instead of attacking and blaming the past administration for his woes, he should start acting to address the country’s pressing concerns. He should be made aware that the drop in his satisfaction ratings is due to his inactions and of his coddling of his KKK (Kaibigan, Kaklase at Kabarilan),” he said in a text message to Sun Star.

“People expect him to make good his campaign promise to deliver basic services and uplift the people’s lives. Ironically, prices of basic commodities, unemployment, and the number of people going hungry are all rising. There’s less food on the table. And yet the only thing people can relate President Aquino to is his dates with different girls and his fancy for luxury sports cars,” he added.

President Noynoy Aquino’s Net Satisfcation Rating Drops 5% originally appeared on Starmometer on July 1, 2011.

Join Karen Davila as she follows the problematic lives of four ordinary Filipinos all pleading for Aquino to help them with their predicament. Rizalina, a single mom, has a child with a kidney ailment. Mar, a farmer, doesn’t have a proper irrigation system in his field. Richmond, a contractual worker, can’t find a permanent job that would give him and his family financial security. Mona, a mom of an OFW, constantly worries about her child that is locked up in jail in Saudi.

With all of the agendas that Noynoy Aquino has laid for his first one hundred days in office, will he still be able to answer to the plead of these people?

Find out President Aquino’s response as he is interviewed by Karen Davila on “The Correspondents” this Tuesday (July 6) right after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

President Aquino Hears Out Ordinary Filipinos on ‘The Correspondents’ originally appeared on Starmometer on July 5, 2010.

On the day of the inauguration of the 15th Philippine president, award-winning and pioneer investigative program, Probe will go full circle by celebrating its remarkable run, which began during the presidency of Corazon Aquino, with a special on the ascent to presidency and the inauguration of the late Aquino’s son, President-elect Benigno Aquino III today, June 30.

Join Cheche Lazaro on “Probe Profiles” tonight (June 30) as she zeroes in on Sen. Noynoy Aquino’s march to presidency beginning with the grueling 2010 election campaign to his inauguration. Get the inside story behind the issues in his candidacy and the transition to his administration straight from his campaign manager and future budget secretary Butch Abad, incoming presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda, and the Aquino sisters.

Under the leadership of its main anchor and chief driving force Lazaro, Probe continuously raised the standard in news and public affairs programming by combining intensive and courageous reports with outstanding storytelling and production values.

In its 24 years on air, from its days as “Probe” to “The Probe Team,” “The Probe Team Documentaries, to “Probe” again on ABS-CBN and finally “Probe Profiles,” it has displayed integrity and independence, never straying from its core values despite changing formats, program titles, and TV networks.

Now, Probe is a byword for excellent journalism, while Lazaro is an icon of credibility in Philippine broadcasting, a pillar that symbolizes both professionalism and integrity in media.

Don’t miss the last episode of “Probe Profiles,” tonight (June 30), after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN. View previous episodes of “Probe Profiles” at www.probetv.com.

Cheche Lazaro Ends ‘Probe Profiles’ with a Special on Noynoy’s Rise to Presidency originally appeared on Starmometer on June 30, 2010.

Charice rendered the “original” version of “Lupang Hinirang” like what she rehearsed last Tuesday with the help of maestro Ryan Cayabyab.

The Billboard chart-topper sticked to the “marching” tempo of the song to avoid controversy.

Charice will start shooting for the top-rating American TV series “Glee” on July 28 and will also train on Broadway for the show.

Watch the video here:

Charice Sings ‘Lupang Hinirang’ at Noynoy Aquino’s Inauguration originally appeared on Starmometer on June 30, 2010.

Starmometer received a fact sheet about Noynoy Aquino, Manny Villar, Gibo Teodoro and Dick Gordon via email and i must say, the data are highly accurate and helpful that i felt the need to post it here one day before the actual election tomorrow.

In discerning the most qualified presidentible, it is vital that we check their Government Work Experience – both legislative and executive, Platform of Government, Work Experience as a Public Individual, Educational Background, Civil Status and Other Fields of Public Service.

“GOVERNMENT WORK EXPERIENCE”

LEGISLATIVE PERFORMANCE:

AQUINO, NONOY: 3 years in House of Senate; Chairs the Local Government Committee;Co-chairs the Committee on Justice & Human Rights; 0 (as in Zero)Bills filed as Senator (Senate bills he claims are bills that he co-sponsor and/or co-authored); 0 (as in Zero) Laws passed as Senator; 9 years in House of Congress; Become a Deputy Speaker of the 13th Congress, for quite sometime; 8 Bills file as Congressman (or less than 1 Bill per year as congressman); The most well known bill he filed is the “TARLAC CITY DAY; 0 (as in Zero) Laws passed as Congressman, and; No corruption issues while in Senate and in Congress.

TEODORO, GIBO: 9 years in House of Congress; Become the Asst. Majority Floor Leader in 11th Congress; In Congress, he chairs a lot of committee (too many to count, please do your own counting at congress.gov.ph); Too many bills filed as Congressman (visit congress.gov.ph); 12 Laws passed while in congress, and;No corruption issues while in Congress.

VILLAR, MANNY: 9 years in House of Senate; As a neophyte Senator, he held the 2nd highest post in the Senate (Senate President Pro Tempore); He became a Senate President; In Senate, he chairs 3 committee; 737 Bills filed as Senator (second to Sen. Defensor); 10 Laws passed as Senator (Tops all the senator); 9 years in House of Congress; Become the Majority Floor Leader and eventually become a Speaker of the House; While in Congress, he chairs a lot of committee (too many to count, please do your own counting at congress.gov.ph); There are a lot of corruption issues thrown to him while in Congress but none was filed for investigation, and; a “C-5″ corruption issue was filed at the Senate but the resolution was not passed because lack of quorum.

GORDON, DICK: 5 years in House of Senate; Become a Senate President for more than 5 years; In Senate, he chairs 3 committee; 228 Bills filed as Senator (second to Sen. Defensor); 8 Laws passed as Senator, and; No corruption issues while in Senate.

EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE:

AQUINO, NONOY: None

TEODORO, GIBO: Youngest Secretary of National Defense at 43 years old (August 2007- November 16, 2009) and; Chairman, National Disaster Coordinating Council (August 2007 – November 16, 2009);.

VILLAR, MANNY: None

GORDON, DICK: City Mayor of Olongapo, and; Tourism Secretary.

“OTHER FIELDS OF PUBLIC SERVICE”

AQUINO, NONOY: Former Chairman of Cooperatives; Former National President of Philippine JAYCEES; Chairman of Aug 21 Movement, and; Vice Chairman of LIBERAL PARTY.

TEODORO, GIBO: Coronel in Philippine AIRFORCE (Reserve), and; Former Chairman of LAKAS-KAMPI-CMD PARTY.

VILLAR, MANNY: Create the OFW Helpline and MANPOWER ON WHEELS (Mobile livelihood training), and; Organizer of Entrepreneurship Caravan (Sipag at Tiyaga Caravan Kaalaman).

GORDON, DICK: Founding Chairman and Administrator of SBMA; Youngest delegate on 1986 Constitutional Convention of the Philippines; Chief of RED CROSS Philippines; Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary Officer, and; Chairman of BAGONG BAYAN PARTY.

“PLATFORM OF GOVERNMENT”

AQUINO, NONOY: Nangangako sa Pilipino na hindi magnakaw. Eliminate Corruption in the Philippines; A National Leadership in Need of Transformational Change:Its legitimacy is under question; It persecutes those who expose the truth about its illegitimacy and corruption; It stays in power by corrupting individuals and institutions; It confuses the people with half-truths and outright lies; It rewards, rather than punishes, wrongdoing; It offers no lasting solutions for the many problems of the country; It weakens the democratic institutions that hold our leaders accountable; It hinders our local governments from delivering basic services; It has no vision of governance beyond political survival and self-enrichment. (For more details refer to http://www.eleksyon.co.cc/noynoy-aquinos-platform/trackback/)

TEODORO, GIBO: Galing at Talino ang kailangan mamuno sa mga Pilipino; NATIONAL LEADERSHIP: The strong will to resist temptation: A good leader must be of strong character and integrity. More than anything else, he or she must embrace the true essence of public service as a calling. He should also have a clear grasp of the concept that he was elected to the Office which is an institution, and he, the one elected to that office. The ideals and obligations of the Office go beyond his personal self. As the one elected by the people, he must always be guided by what’s best for his country or constituents even if this entails great personal sacrifices on his part. A true leader must accept the philosophy that he should serve without expecting anything in return. In the end, his strength of character and integrity would give him the will to resist temptation. This strength of character and integrity does not come with the office – these traits are nurtured through years of public service. (For more details refer to http://www.eleksyon.co.cc/gilbert-teodoros-platform/trackback/).

VILLAR, MANNY: Tapusin ang Kahirapan sa Sipag at Tiyaga; Ang Bayan higit sa lahat! The Philippines is basically an underdeveloped agricultural country. Majority of its people still live in the rural areas and support themselves through agriculture and fisheries. The nation’s main problem is widespread poverty and social injustice. The main thrust of our platform is emancipating the people from poverty and injustice. Self reliant and sustainable economic development program shall be pursued by implementing agrarian reform, increasing agricultural productivity and developing domestic industries. The problems of environmental destruction, climate change and recurring calamities shall be comprehensively addressed. High priority shall be given to education, health, housing and other basic social services. Economic development should be coupled with reforms ensuring social equity and respect for human rights. People empowerment and good governance are vital to implementing meaningful reforms in the economy, politics, culture and foreign relations. A foreign policy based on respect for national sovereignty and ensuring mutual benefit shall be charted. The policy of economic liberalization and blind adherence to “globalization” must be reviewed. Unequal economic, military and other foreign treaties and agreements must be corrected. (For more details refer to http://www.eleksyon.co.cc/manny-villars-platform/trackback/).

GORDON, DICK: A Country of Character – our ultimate vision where everyone is Enabled to be Enobled and Free; Vision for a New Philippines: Leadership requires a clear and coherent VISION. The vision sets the philosophy and framework for good governance. It provides guidance to the people so that they can pursue our common goal in their own creative way. Dick Gordon’s vision for a truly Filipino society must be one that is: Caring. People must be concerned with the welfare of others/community/country and exercise a degree of selflessness for our greater good. We must not injure others in the exercise of our rights; Compassionate. Everyone must have due regard for the individual struggles of others and act with consideration. We must act with empathy and devise programs that uplift every individual’s conditions. (For more details refer to http://www.eleksyon.co.cc/richard-dick-gordons-platform/trackback/)

“EDUCATIONAL BACKROUND”

AQUINO, NONOY: Graduate of AB Economics in ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY.

TEODORO, GIBO: West Negros University, Honoris Causa, Doctor of Laws, 2009; Harvard Law School, Master of Laws; University of the Philippines, Bachelor of Laws (Dean’s Medal for Academic Excellence, 1989); Air Command and Staff College, Air Education and Training Command, Philippine Air Force, Command and Staff Course (Leadership Awardee, Seminar Academic Excellence Awardee, 2001); Joint and Combined Staff Officers Course, Class Nr 1, JCSC, Camp Aguinaldo Quezon City (Leadership Awardee, 2003); De La Salle University, BSC Major in Financial Instituitions, 1984, and; Xavier School (Highschool & Elemtary).

VILLAR, MANNY: Graduate of BS Accountancy in UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES, Diliman; Graduate of Master in Business Administration in UP; Awarded in 1990 as the Most Outstanding CPA by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants; Awarded in 1991 the Most Outstanding UP Alumnus for his achievements, and; Awarded in 2004 the Most Distinguish UP Alumnus, the highest recognition given by the University of the Philippines to their Alumni, for his exemplary public service and achievements.

GORDON, DICK: Graduate of AB History and Government in ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY; a UP Bachelor of Laws; Awarded in 1997 the Most Distinguish UP Alumnus, the highest recognition given by the University of the Philippines to their Alumni, for his exemplary public service and achievements; Awarded in 1997 the Most Outstanding Alumnus in Public Service by LETRAN College.

“WORK EXPERIENCES AS PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL”

AQUINO, NONOY: Retail Sales Supervisor of NIKE SHOES; Asst. on Advertising & Promotion of MONDRAGON (owned by Cory’s Friend); Vice President of BEST Security Agency (Family owned corporation); Vice President of INTRA STRATA ASSURANCE Co. (Family owned corporation), and; Field Service Manager of Central AZUCARERA de Tarlac (Family owned)

TEODORO, GIBO: Lawyer and Associates of Estelito Mendoza Law Office; Founder & Board of Trustees of Everest Golf and Country Club; Chairman & CEO of SURICON RESOURCES CORP. (Owned by GOTESCO LAND CORP.), and; License Commercial Pilot.

VILLAR, MANNY: Auditor of SGV (Philippine largest CPA Firm); Member of E&Y Group (One of the worlds Big 4); Financial Analyst, and; Successful entrepreneur (Build one of the biggest real estate empire in the Philippines)

GORDON, DICK: Lawyer and Associates of ACCRA Law Office; Board of Director of KONG Commercial Philippines; Brand Manager of PROCTER & GAMBLE, and;Founder of SBMA Volunteer.

“CIVIL STATUS”

AQUINO, NONOY: Single

TEODORO, GIBO: Married of one (1) Kid;

VILLAR, MANNY: Married of three (3) Kids;

GORDON, DICK: Married of three (3) Kids;

Who is the Most Qualified Presidentiable? originally appeared on Starmometer on May 9, 2010.

With just days away from the May 2010 automated election, Sen. Allan Peter Cayetano of the Nacionalista Party and Rep. Risa Hontiveros of the Liberal party go face-to-face to address the claims of black propaganda in the special Harapan edition of “Failon Ngayon” this Saturday (May 1), 5:30 PM.

The two parties are neck-and-neck in the surveys and making the opposing party look bad may just be the key to win the elections. “Failon Ngayon” conducted a mock election using the 2.5 feet sample ballots from COMELEC and the people’s shocking reactions were captured.

On the lighter side, impersonators of Presidential candidates Manny Villar and Noynoy Aquino will also clash in the show and argue about the black propaganda they hurled against each other.

Find out if there is any truth in the dirt the two parties are flinging at each other this Saturday (May 1) in “Failon Ngayon” with Ted Failon, 5:30 PM on ABS-CBN.

‘Failon Ngayon’ Probes on Alleged Aquino-Villar Black Propaganda originally appeared on Starmometer on April 30, 2010.

Noynoy Aquino joins the ranks of her mom Corazon Aquino, Fidel V. Ramos, and boxing champion Manny Pacquiao as the elite group of Pinoys who graced the cover of the prestigious TIME magazine.

TIME Magazine’s April 26 issue, “The New Aquino: Can Noynoy Save the Philippines?” written by Ishaan Tharoor, described Aquino as an “unlikely man of the moment,” who keeps the hope of millions of Filipinos alive by continuing the Aquino family legacy.

He was quoted by TIME by saying “We are just instruments put in the right position to execute God’s will…They made automatic in me the preference to take up the cudgels for those who have less in life, for the powerless.”

Economics professor Winnie Monsod was quoted in the article as stating that Aquino “doesn’t have his father’s charisma, but he has his mother’s sincerity. Whether that’s enough, I don’t know.”

TIME had featured Noynoy’s mom Mrs. Corazon Aquino thrice on its cover. The first was in 1986 when she was named Woman of the Year, the second in 2006 when she was named among 60 Asian Heroes, and last after she died in August 2009 when she was declared “The Saint of Democracy.”

Noynoy ‘The Next Aquino’ on the cover of TIME Magazine originally appeared on Starmometer on April 22, 2010.

Nacionalista Party (NP) presidential candidate Sen. Manny Villar was delighted to hear about Baby James uttering his name in Noynoy’s campaign in Bacolod.

“Ikinararangal ko na kapag nakikita kong nagugustuhan ako ng mga bata. Dahil ang mga bata honest,” Villar said.

The richest senator of the country made this statement after the 2-year-old son of Kris Aquino, youngest sister of Liberal Party standard bearer Sen. Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, shouted Villar’s name during Aquino’s campaign sortie in Bacolod on March 29 (CLICK HERE FOR RELATED ARTICLE and VIDEO).

Manny Villar Thanks Baby James for ‘Endorsement’ originally appeared on Starmometer on April 7, 2010.

As reported by TV Patrol World and Showbiz News Ngayon last night, a clip featuring Baby James in the arms of her mom Kris Aquino during the campaign of Team Noynoy in Bacolod was shown. It happened onstage while Kris is convincing the people to vote for her brother Noynoy. When she gave the microphone to her son Baby James and expecting him to say “Vote Noynoy”, the 2-year-old celebrity uttered “Villar!”

The incident is now going rounds in text messages and social networking sites. Kris Aquino confirmed that it really happened.

“Yes, it’s true! He said Villar but not Vote Villar!. It’s ‘Vilyay’ to be exact. May times talaga na parang inaasar ni Baby James ang Tito Noy niya at sinasabi ang names na ‘Vilyay at ‘Erap’ Nung rally sa Bacolod, totoong kinuha ni Bimby [her moniker to Baby James] ang mic at on stage ay sinabi nitong ‘Vilyay!’ Baka dahil pagod na sa maghapong rally that time kaya nagpaka-naughty,” she said.

Baby James is currently seen in the primetime soap of her mom “Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo” where he plays a minor role.

Baby James Endorses Villar originally appeared on Starmometer on April 6, 2010.

For its Christmas and Fifth Anniversary episode, Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho brought together eight presidential aspirants not only to talk about the 2010 elections but also to share their favorite Noche Buena recipes!

Watch Sen. Noynoy Aquino toss a home-made Caesar’s Salad with the help of his sister Pinky. He also talks about how the Aquino family will celebrate Christmas for the first time without their mother, former President Cory Aquino.

Sen. Richard Gordon, meanwhile, proves that he’s as good in grilling witnesses during senate hearings as he is in grilling burgers, a skill he learned growing up in the kitchen of his mother’s restaurant.

Former Department of National Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro, on the other hand, exhibits his topnotch cooking skills for his Chicken Pricasso recipe. A self-confessed late bloomer, Gibo honed his culinary skills while living alone to study in Harvard.

Fiery Sen. Jamby Madrigal shows off her Bicolano roots with her vegetarian version of Laing and Baked Mangoes.

With hard work and perseverance as his secret ingredients, Sen. Manny Villar gets his hands dirty in making Embutido, a Noche Buena recipe he learned from his mother.

For the youngest Presidential candidate, Olongapo City Councilor JC delos Reyes, politics not only runs in his blood but cooking as well. The youthful candidate whips up Roasted Porkloin with Parmessan Crust with Tomato Basil Pasta, a Brazilian-Italian recipe from his wife.

Bro. Eddie Villanueva’s favorite dish, Baked Stuffed Bangus, meanwhile, harks back to the time when he grew up tending his parents’ bangus fishpens in Bocaue and Quezon. And just like how the bangus struggles to swim upstream, Bro. Eddie is determined to go against the traditional flow of politics with his campaign for the presidency.

And true to form, Environmentalist Nicky Perlas makes a Mixed Greens Salad and Pesto Rice, revealing how going organic is vital in protecting our environment.

Find out more mouth-watering stories in Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho’s fifth anniversary special this Saturday night, December 19.

Presidentiables Become Cooks on ‘Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho’ 5th Year Anniversary Special originally appeared on Starmometer on December 19, 2009.

Last year, we gave you the 8 Hottest Stars of 2008. Now, Starmometer presents the “9 Surprise Hits of 2009.”

Actually we have a shortlist of 14 celebrities/shows that were surprise hits in the local entertainment industry this year but we picked those who impacted the world of showbiz (and politics) the most and trimmed them down to 9.

In no particular order, here’s our 9 SURPRISE HITS OF 2009:

ZAIJAN JARANILLA – This new child actor surprised everyone after his teleserye May Bukas Pa became the no. 1 tv program of 2009. Zaijan has a lot of promise that’s why he keeps on receiving awards left and right. Salamat kay Bro of course who gave him the talent and use it for God’s glory!

EUGENE DOMINGO – The ever-talented comedienne Eugene “Uge” Domingo was launched this year on her first starring role in a comedy film under newbie producers which include the ultimate heartthrob Piolo Pascual. Her film, Kimmy Dora, was a box-office hit giving Eugene the tag as “the next comedy queen.”

MARICAR REYES – This model-turned-actress became a household name after the Hayden Kho sex video scandal exploded earlier this year. The setback did not hinder Maricar and it even became a stepping stone for her career as she has now appeared on various teleserye on ABS-CBN. Her performances in Maalaala Mo Kaya, Lovers in Paris, Your Song and Precious Hearts Romances made the critics noticed her acting prowess.

TALENTADONG PINOY – Who would have thought that this talent competition on TV5 trumped its rivals from the two giant networks? It even started the “talent” show craze making both GMA and ABS-CBN come up with their own similar programs. Until now, Talentadong Pinoy is topping the Mega Manila TV ratings and their claim as the no. 1 talent show ng bayan is unquestionable. Kudos to its award-winning host Ryan Agoncillo!

VALERIE CONCEPCION – Who would have thought that one of the most irritating hosts on television could win the PMPC Best Female TV Host for two years in a row! Siguro kanya kanyang taste lang yan. Pardon my term but i find her hosting unpleasant to the ears and i kinda prefer Toni Gonzaga or Pia Guanio to win this award but hey, the judges saw something in her so there’s nothing we can do but to congratulate her. I think it’s her “mass appeal” that worked for her.

NOYNOY AQUINO – From out of nowhere, Noynoy is now the front-runner among the presidentiables come 2010 elections. Thanks to his ever-vigilant sister, Kris Aquino, who manages his candidacy to be the next President of the Republic. But of course, we should not forget that Noynoy’s biggest asset why the public loves him is his squeaky clean image as he hasn’t been linked to any graft and corruption rumors whatsoever.

CARLA ABELLANA – One of the biggest surprise of the year is this daughter of veteran actor Rey PJ Abellana. Catapulted to fame by landing the lead role in GMA’s Rosalinda, Carla has also landed several endorsement deals and she’s only starting in showbiz!

ERICH GONZALES – Erich was launched in her very first teleserye “Katorse.” The premiere of the series was delayed in months that’s why some of the cast became skeptical if the show will run or get shelved. Surprisingly, ABS-CBN put the show on primetime rather than daytime block and it’s a hit nationwide! This notable achievement makes Erich in the running for the kapamilya network’s drama princess!

CRISTINE REYES – Everyone was expecting Angel Locsin to top FHM’s Sexiest Women in the World for 2009 because the “Lobo” star has the biggest and most active fanbase that could dominate the poll. In the end, Angel ended up in third place, Marian Rivera in second and Cristine Reyes as the Sexiest Woman of 2009. We have no complaints as Cristine is very very sexy indeed!

9 Surprise Hits of 2009 originally appeared on Starmometer on December 18, 2009.

The “Noynoy anthem” music video was brilliantly directed by Onat Diaz with an all star cast including both Kapamilya and Kapuso talents such as Sharon Cuneta, Kris Aquino, Boy Abunda, Ogie Alcasid, Bea Alonzo, Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Aiai delas Alas, Mariel Rodriguez, Bianca Gonzales, Erik Santos, James Yap with other PBA Players and more. Asia’s Songbird Regine Velazquez sang the Noynoy anthem while her partner, Ogie Alcasid, composed the song.

VIDEO LINK: “Hindi Ka Nag-iisa” – A Love Offering for Senator Noynoy Aquino

Kapuso and Kapamilya Unite for Noynoy Aquino’s ‘Hindi Ka Nag-iisa’ Music Video originally appeared on Starmometer on October 31, 2009.