His fight against apartheid led him to prison but earned the respect of world leaders , artists, freedom fighters, human rights advocates ,and ordinary citizens,around the world. He was a pragmatic politician who never gave up his principles on the process. He became a leader of his nation, giving more freedom to his people.
As one of the Centrist Democrats of this country aspiring to make democracy more cohesive and make every Filipino's life better, I am one with the world in prayers for this great and courageous man as we remember his legacy in fighting for human dignity in peaceful and democratic means.
Rest in Peace, Nelson Mandela. You are one of the few who practiced your politics in principled manner. The life you led as a leader is an inspiration.
The Cagayan de Oro City 1st District of the CDP-Ang Partido ng Tunay na Demokrasya is one with the world in honoring the life of an iconic leader who embodies the principles of a Centrist Democrat.
Lorelyn Turtosa-Dumaug
District Chairwoman
CDP ( 1st District of Cagayan de Oro City)
