A political party is a political organization that typically seeks to influence government policy, usually by nominating their own candidates and trying to seat them in political office.[1] Parties participate in electoral campaigns and educational outreach or protest actions. Parties often espouse an expressed ideology or vision bolstered by a written platform with specific goals, forming a coalition among disparate interests.
Originally named the Partido ng Masang Pilipino, the Pwersa ng Masang Pilipino (PMP) emanated from an organization which was an offshoot of the Economic Recovery Action Program (ERAP) organized by Mr. George S. Antonio in May 1990. The ERAP organization was formally launched on October 4, 1990 with 21 original members.
Original Officers
The Founding President of PMP was Joseph Ejercito Estrada. The original set of officers of PMP was as follows:
Vice- President: Greg Taruc
Secretary General: Chito Lucero
Secretary: Rene Socorro
Treasurer: Eduardo Echauz
Auditor/Accountant: Rodelio Torres
PRO: Reli German
OBJECTIVE OF THE PARTY
Section 1. To promote genuine political reconciliation between and among the different sectors in our society including armed groups and concerned groups with the end in view of channeling all these resources and energy towards the development of our country.
Section 2. To attain an economy effectively controlled by Filipinos through the full development and employment of Filipino talent and skills.
Section 3. To restore respect for law and order, promote efficiency and eliminate corruption in the administration of justice in our country.
Section 4. To eradicate poverty by ensuring that power, wealth and resources are used to promote the general welfare especially the poor who do not have the means to protect themselves and give priority to programs and projects