As the only first-time councilor corresponding with his fledgling aspiration into the political scene with an outward boyish semblance, among the city council, Councilor Vladimir Cayabas may as well be the “Robin to Baguio’s Batman.”
Deemed as the most celebrated sidekick (used to associate for that of the likes of Kobe to Shaq, Kyrie to LeBron or Pippen to Jordan paving the way to establishing their own go-to-guy stature), being ‘Robin’ though has a deeper sense of commitment and responsibility more than just a close associate. Looking at how Batman’s Robin, in due course, imbibed that sense of leadership anchored on interdependency, Vladimir Cayabas’ ascendancy is transcending into a bigger role.
Much like Robin eventually establishing his authority through the ‘Teen Titans’, Cayabas is now entrusted to chair the committee on education, culture and historical research as well as represent the local school board. These will all equate with his complementing role in assisting with a workable enactment of public protection & safety and peace & order; as much as work on youth welfare and sports development. A challenge he has to face like Robin proving his leadership capacity among similarly “influential titans” with his “15 disciplines to help Baguio City.”
Prior to all of these, he was not spared from controversies which may have been sparked-off by dirty politics as lamentably expected... (We can only assume and we’d rather leave that to a proper forum.)** Nonetheless, Cayabas remained nonchalant as his extrinsic persona has always manifested much like Robin’s confidence level. Although it’s something that could be misinterpreted as egocentricity and bigotry, the opinionated society amidst different stands (as what makes up for the whole of our Baguio) remain optimistic of Cayabas' would-be positive contribution.
Aptly, Baguio’s diverse culture could further be divided with a seeming one-sided predilection; a concern Cayabas needs to address given, how it may seem, his ethnological partiality... Understandably, ancestral pride is one thing, respect for other cultures is another... Nevertheless, for the prospective betterment of Baguio, Cayabas has so far shown his accommodating impartiality and he has embraced it with enthusiasm.
Cayabas has been building a considerable rapport with likely confederates in trying to establish a well-balanced approach on a rightfully delegated/represented public service. True enough, during the recent 10th Tanabata Festival for the Fil-Jap Friendship Month, he acknowledged the collaborative potential of two cultures moving forward, notwithstanding the historical past in-between... Through this and among other socially relevant functions, he has shown significant promise and that Robin-like flair.
He has likewise expressed support for the Chief Executive’s unifying yet no-nonsense brand of governance. While we’re all expectant that all these signs of promising changes for Baguio will not be preempted with factional motives, we’re also hopeful of a cooperative involvement from the whole system. Thus far, the “Robin” in Cayabas is working on earning his “wingman responsibility” with flying colors more than just a supporting role.
Before Councilor Cayabas transitions into his instinctive “Nightwing” potential, he has to be wary not to be consumed by any “darker knight’s” ulterior motive which may appear to be a nemesis in disguise as politically played. It’ll clip his wings before he could even soar as the “Robin” he’s destined to prove his true worth from, on his way to assuming that leadership calling; a befitting credibility and dependability from Baguio’s ‘Boy Wonder’...
Much like how he’d most likely be challenged with “Kaya ba?” Regardless of getting asked several times over, we’re hoping he’d rise to the occasion every time and “pluralize” it even with that “S” (for Service), putting his name on the line ~ “Kaya BaS”, Cayabas! “Holy Tangguyob, kaya na dayta!” After all, more than being a mere “Robin”, he’s Vladimir Cayabas! Holy Smokes!!
**More so, our point isn’t about negativities as we have reiterated every so often our inclination towards the spreading of the positive side of things instead... which we’re all hoping will make a difference in unifying our divided society...
Deemed as the most celebrated sidekick (used to associate for that of the likes of Kobe to Shaq, Kyrie to LeBron or Pippen to Jordan paving the way to establishing their own go-to-guy stature), being ‘Robin’ though has a deeper sense of commitment and responsibility more than just a close associate. Looking at how Batman’s Robin, in due course, imbibed that sense of leadership anchored on interdependency, Vladimir Cayabas’ ascendancy is transcending into a bigger role.
Much like Robin eventually establishing his authority through the ‘Teen Titans’, Cayabas is now entrusted to chair the committee on education, culture and historical research as well as represent the local school board. These will all equate with his complementing role in assisting with a workable enactment of public protection & safety and peace & order; as much as work on youth welfare and sports development. A challenge he has to face like Robin proving his leadership capacity among similarly “influential titans” with his “15 disciplines to help Baguio City.”
Prior to all of these, he was not spared from controversies which may have been sparked-off by dirty politics as lamentably expected... (We can only assume and we’d rather leave that to a proper forum.)** Nonetheless, Cayabas remained nonchalant as his extrinsic persona has always manifested much like Robin’s confidence level. Although it’s something that could be misinterpreted as egocentricity and bigotry, the opinionated society amidst different stands (as what makes up for the whole of our Baguio) remain optimistic of Cayabas' would-be positive contribution.
Aptly, Baguio’s diverse culture could further be divided with a seeming one-sided predilection; a concern Cayabas needs to address given, how it may seem, his ethnological partiality... Understandably, ancestral pride is one thing, respect for other cultures is another... Nevertheless, for the prospective betterment of Baguio, Cayabas has so far shown his accommodating impartiality and he has embraced it with enthusiasm.
Cayabas has been building a considerable rapport with likely confederates in trying to establish a well-balanced approach on a rightfully delegated/represented public service. True enough, during the recent 10th Tanabata Festival for the Fil-Jap Friendship Month, he acknowledged the collaborative potential of two cultures moving forward, notwithstanding the historical past in-between... Through this and among other socially relevant functions, he has shown significant promise and that Robin-like flair.
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| "Mountain Pro" at the 10th Tanabata Festival |
He has likewise expressed support for the Chief Executive’s unifying yet no-nonsense brand of governance. While we’re all expectant that all these signs of promising changes for Baguio will not be preempted with factional motives, we’re also hopeful of a cooperative involvement from the whole system. Thus far, the “Robin” in Cayabas is working on earning his “wingman responsibility” with flying colors more than just a supporting role.
Before Councilor Cayabas transitions into his instinctive “Nightwing” potential, he has to be wary not to be consumed by any “darker knight’s” ulterior motive which may appear to be a nemesis in disguise as politically played. It’ll clip his wings before he could even soar as the “Robin” he’s destined to prove his true worth from, on his way to assuming that leadership calling; a befitting credibility and dependability from Baguio’s ‘Boy Wonder’...
Much like how he’d most likely be challenged with “Kaya ba?” Regardless of getting asked several times over, we’re hoping he’d rise to the occasion every time and “pluralize” it even with that “S” (for Service), putting his name on the line ~ “Kaya BaS”, Cayabas! “Holy Tangguyob, kaya na dayta!” After all, more than being a mere “Robin”, he’s Vladimir Cayabas! Holy Smokes!!
**More so, our point isn’t about negativities as we have reiterated every so often our inclination towards the spreading of the positive side of things instead... which we’re all hoping will make a difference in unifying our divided society...