BALISONG, Kalingan Joy B.
COMM 11 Q1
April 05, 2021
Topic: People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao: The Boxer, The Politician, and The Icon
Thesis Statement: While Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao is recognized as an icon of boxing for his
accomplishments in the sport, he is likewise the embodiment of Filipino nationalism and is a prime
example of the issues surrounding personality politics in the Philippines.
I.
Introduction: Manny Pacman Pacquiao is an exceptional person who has risen from a
boxing legend to an influential politician in the Philippines.
A. Poverty to Pugilism: Who is Manny Pacquiao? What makes him exceptional?
B. Pugilism to Populism: How did Manny Pacquiao rise to fame?
C. Populism to Politics: How Manny Pacquiao entered Philippine politics
II.
Body: Manny Pacquiao as seen in different perspectives
A. Manny Pacquiao as the Boxer
1. Pacquiao is an eight-division world champion and is regarded as one of
the greatest professional boxers of all time.
2. Pacquiao became an inspiration for many Filipino athletes.
B. Manny Pacquiao as the Celebrity Politician
1. Pacquiao first entered politics as the Congressman of Sarangani until he
was elected to the senate.
2. Among the factors that influenced his wins in the political domain include
celebrity status and social background.
C. Manny Pacquiao as the Icon of Filipino Nationalism
1. Pacquiao has contributed to the Filipino pride of the people.
III.
Conclusion: Manny Pacquiao has greatly influenced Philippine nationalism through
boxing and is a main example of how celebrity politics run in the Philippines.
A. Manny Pacquiao is a boxing legend as seen from his achievements in the sport.
B. Pacquiao’s political power may have been used as a propaganda for his current
standpoint in contemporary Philippine politics.
C. Pacquiao has influenced the Filipino people in the nationalist aspect and should be
a role model for the society.
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