Manila Bulletin: Misuari, Padilla back Tamano bid
By ALI G. MACABALANG
Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) chairman Nur Misuari and actor Robin Padilla have joined prominent Christian politicians in endorsing the candidacy of Nacionalista Party senatorial bet Adel Tamano, who pursues a bandwagon for renewed Muslim representation to the Senate.
In a handwritten note to Tamano dated Dec. 9, Padilla, who has embraced Islam with “Abdulaziz” as his Muslim name, wished the young lawyer and former opposition spokesman well in his political journey.
“May Allah guide you and give you success,” Padilla’s note read.
Tamano expressed his gratitude to Padilla for his show of support, saying: “I am extremely grateful to Robin for his trust and confidence. Rest assured that I would continue to protect not only the rights of our fellow Muslims but of all Filipinos. Hopefully, if I get the privilege to serve in the Senate, I will help foster peace and acceptance.”