Those other politicians were either inept, corrupt, or a combination of both. If Manny can continue to prove to be a good politician, he will win in a landslide.
He can be a good public servant locally. But nationally, he's not apt for the job. He can probably aspire for governor of his province. There such a thing as Parreto principle. One cannot possibly rise above the level of his incompetence. Yes, he is a popular boxer. We love him, but as a president. It's a BIG NO! Only Arum speaks that way.