2013 Local Elections
In 2010, Rep. Pablo John Garcia, the governor's brother, announced that he and Soco will be One Cebu’s candidates for governor and vice governor, respectively, in the 2013 local elections. But in May 2011, Pablo John said he decided not to run for governor because he wants to continue serving his home district.
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