Embattled Sen. Grace Poe on Wednesday thanked President Benigno Aquino 3rd for saying that she should be given a chance to run in next year’s elections amid questions over her citizenship.

“I am very touched that the President is sympathizing with my position. There’s a reason why President Aquino continues to enjoy a strong mandate and the approval of our fellow countrymen,” Poe said in a statement sent to reporters.

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