Roque withdraws senatorial bid
Credit to Author: CATHERINE S. VALENTE, TMT| Date: Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:41:00 +0000
FORMER presidential spokesman Harry Roque Jr. on Friday announced he was withdrawing his senatorial because of health condition.
In a statement to Malacanang reporters, Roque said he went underwent a heart operation and found out that he has angina coronary disease.
“It is with a truly heavy heart that I announce the withdrawal of my senatorial bid. I have recently undergone a percutaneous coronary intervention following the discovery of an unstable angina coronary disease earlier this week,” Roque said.
“In the days since the procedure, my family and I have been forced to confront the reality of my physical situation and what it ultimately means for my aspirations to public service,” he said.
The former Palace official thanked those “who have been so kind and supportive of my candidacy.”
“I ran for senator because I wanted to be of service in a way that I know I will be highly effective. Whatever they may think of my politics, those who have seen my work in both the public and private sector can attest to what I would have brought to the Senate. Unfortunately, for the moment, it seems that God has other plans,” he said.
“It is my sincere hope that I will someday again have the honor to serve the Filipino people as a legislator, or in whatever other capacity I may be of service. I continue to support our President and this administration and wish only the best for our country. God bless us all!” Roque said.
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