PHRAFFY TULFO'S SELECTIVE JUSTICE & WHY WE SHOULD NOT VOTE FOR HIM AGAIN
Editorial: Tio Moreno
Raffy Tulfo in Action built his brand on the idea of swift justice—publicly shaming ordinary Filipinos on national TV and online, often without giving them a fair chance to defend themselves.
He has made a career out of exposing wrongdoings, playing the role of an enforcer who calls out abuses. But when the powerful, or even his own family, are involved, his so-called “justice” suddenly disappears.
Recently, his own son was caught violating EDSA Busway rules, using the exclusive lane for public buses with a private vehicle. If it had been an ordinary motorist, Tulfo would have scolded them mercilessly, calling them reckless and selfish.
But what was his reaction when it was his son? A simple apology—then as if nothing happened. No outrage, no grandstanding, no public scolding.
Shame!
Tulfo was also praised for questioning the suspicious number of lotto winners. But just days later, he fell silent, dropping the issue entirely. Why? Who silenced him? Where is the same aggressive pursuit of truth he applies to small-time offenders?
And what about the ongoing violations and irregularities in Congress? Legislators are abusing their power, twisting legal procedures to serve their interests, yet Tulfo remains noticeably silent.
Where is the same energy he has when shaming helpless individuals on his show? Why is he afraid to call out his fellow politicians?
The answer is simple. HE LACKS POLITICAL WILL.
He’s a butterfly pretending to be a hawk. Nothing more than a caterpillar that spun its cocoon, only to emerge as a butterfly when he finally won a Senate seat.
This is why Raffy Tulfo does not deserve another term in office—whether as a senator or as a future presidential candidate.
The 1987 Constitution may say he is qualified, but what good is that if he has no political will to hold the powerful accountable?
He only goes after easy targets—the poor, the voiceless, the defenseless—while turning a blind eye to those who truly deserve scrutiny.
Leadership is about fairness, courage, and consistency. Tulfo has shown that his version of justice is selective, his outrage performative, and his political will nonexistent.
The Filipino people deserve better.
Editorial: Tio Moreno
Raffy Tulfo in Action built his brand on the idea of swift justice—publicly shaming ordinary Filipinos on national TV and online, often without giving them a fair chance to defend themselves.
He has made a career out of exposing wrongdoings, playing the role of an enforcer who calls out abuses. But when the powerful, or even his own family, are involved, his so-called “justice” suddenly disappears.
Recently, his own son was caught violating EDSA Busway rules, using the exclusive lane for public buses with a private vehicle. If it had been an ordinary motorist, Tulfo would have scolded them mercilessly, calling them reckless and selfish.
But what was his reaction when it was his son? A simple apology—then as if nothing happened. No outrage, no grandstanding, no public scolding.
Shame!
Tulfo was also praised for questioning the suspicious number of lotto winners. But just days later, he fell silent, dropping the issue entirely. Why? Who silenced him? Where is the same aggressive pursuit of truth he applies to small-time offenders?
And what about the ongoing violations and irregularities in Congress? Legislators are abusing their power, twisting legal procedures to serve their interests, yet Tulfo remains noticeably silent.
Where is the same energy he has when shaming helpless individuals on his show? Why is he afraid to call out his fellow politicians?
The answer is simple. HE LACKS POLITICAL WILL.
He’s a butterfly pretending to be a hawk. Nothing more than a caterpillar that spun its cocoon, only to emerge as a butterfly when he finally won a Senate seat.
This is why Raffy Tulfo does not deserve another term in office—whether as a senator or as a future presidential candidate.
The 1987 Constitution may say he is qualified, but what good is that if he has no political will to hold the powerful accountable?
He only goes after easy targets—the poor, the voiceless, the defenseless—while turning a blind eye to those who truly deserve scrutiny.
Leadership is about fairness, courage, and consistency. Tulfo has shown that his version of justice is selective, his outrage performative, and his political will nonexistent.
The Filipino people deserve better.