Pasig City congressional candidate Atty. Christian Sia has come under fire for a controversial remark he made during a campaign sortie. In his speech, Sia stated that if there were any solo parents who are still “nereregla,” he would be willing to “makipag-siping” with them as long as they register.
This is sick.
— ricci (@ricci_richy) April 3, 2025
Nakakasuka ang mga ganitong politicians. Mga taga Pasig, please lang, don’t make the mistake of giving power to this trash of a man. pic.twitter.com/qpraZStDHq
His statement quickly sparked outrage among netizens, who criticized him for what they perceived as a disrespectful and inappropriate remark toward solo parents. Many argued that his words implied that solo parents who feel lonely could simply engage in intimate relations with him, which they found offensive and degrading.
Critics also pointed out that instead of focusing on his campaign platform and discussing his plans for the city, Sia diverted public attention with an unnecessary and controversial remark. His statement has been widely condemned as distasteful and unprofessional.
Sia has also been vocal in his criticisms of Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, who is widely recognized as a symbol of change and good governance in the city. Due to his transparency and leadership, Sotto has gained the trust and admiration of many Pasig residents.
Among those who did not let Sia’s statement pass without criticism was veteran journalist and TV personality Karen Davila. Davila expressed her outrage in a strongly worded tweet, calling Sia a “very sick man.”
“I rarely tweet but let me say this.
This is a VERY SICK MAN. Please sa mga botante ng Pasig, do not vote for candidates like these. Read what he said. This man is gross.
Let me translate in English, ‘To all the single mothers who are still menstruating, you can sleep with me.’
Ito ang kalidad ng mga kandidato natin. Please lang po. Mag-isip isip tayo.”
I rarely tweet but let me say this.
— Karen Davila (@iamkarendavila) April 4, 2025
This is a VERY SICK MAN. Please sa mga botante ng Pasig, do not vote for candidates like these. Read what he said. This man is gross.
Let me translate in English, “To all the single mothers who are still menstruating, you can sleep with me”… pic.twitter.com/6rUY2PQhK4
Davila’s statement resonated with many, further fueling discussions on social media about the kind of leaders people should be electing. Many Pasig residents and social media users echoed her sentiments, urging voters to be more discerning when choosing their candidates for the upcoming 2025 elections.
Sia’s remarks have placed his campaign under intense scrutiny, with many wondering how this controversy will affect his chances in the elections. As the debate continues online, the incident serves as a reminder for voters to critically evaluate candidates and their values before casting their votes.
At least Pasig City will not have a hard time picking the right candidate.