Feeling ‘bossing’: Ellen Adarna’s candid take on politics
Following the 2025 midterm elections, Ellen Adarna delivered a sharp critique on the current political landscape in the Philippines. She expressed frustration with how some politicians behave as if they are royalty or “bossing,” expecting the public to serve them rather than the other way around.
Adarna, known for her boldness, shared her personal encounters with public officials who carry themselves as if the citizens owe them favors. On her Instagram Stories, she opened up about the contrasting attitudes she’s witnessed among public servants—some genuinely humble and respectful, while others are quite the opposite.
“Just speaking from experience rani guys ha. Some are okay—grounded and respectful… but some are just UGH, barf!” she said.
The reality behind public service and taxpayers’ role
She stressed that public officials are paid by taxpayers, who essentially provide their salaries, offices, benefits, and even their daily meals with coffee breaks included. Yet, despite this, some politicians treat voters and taxpayers as if they owe them something.
“It’s honestly wild when you think about it. 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,” Adarna explained.
She pointed out the irony in how the public must often act overly polite and careful around these officials, as if they are royalty, even though the country faces many challenges.
“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 questioned.
Reminding public officials who truly holds power
Adarna urged the general public, or “madlang people,” to never allow politicians to feel above them. She emphasized that those who act superior are more interested in keeping power than genuinely serving the people.
“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,” she insisted.
Finally, she encouraged citizens to remind these officials who their real boss is.
“And when they forget who’s boss, remind them. So, uhm…kinda diay imong bossing? Answer: the madlang people!”
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