Shamcey Supsup-Lee resigns from Pasig’s Team Kaya This

In a move that has stirred local political circles, Shamcey Supsup-Lee has stepped down from her position within Pasig City's Team Kaya This slate. The announcement of her resignation came late Monday evening, April 7th, signaling a significant shift within the team vying for city council seats in the upcoming elections.

Supsup-Lee, a former beauty queen and advocate for women's empowerment, cited "recent events" as the catalyst for her decision. These events, though not explicitly detailed in her resignation statement, are understood to be linked to controversial remarks made by fellow Team Kaya This member, Ian Sia. Sia's comments regarding single mothers had previously drawn public criticism and sparked debate.

In her statement, Supsup-Lee emphasized the importance of aligning with her core values, particularly as a woman, a mother, and a leader. She stated that the current direction of Team Kaya This no longer resonated with her personal principles of dignity, respect, accountability, and her longstanding commitment to women empowerment. This divergence in values prompted her to take a step back and reconsider her role within the slate.

The Miss Universe Philippines organization, where Supsup-Lee serves as national director, publicly voiced their support for her decision. They lauded her for upholding the shared values of dignity, respect, accountability, and women empowerment, further highlighting the significance of her stance.

Team Kaya This, positioned as the opposition to the incumbent Mayor Vico Sotto's Giting ng Pasig slate, now faces adjustments following Supsup-Lee's departure. The resignation underscores the ongoing discussions surrounding ethical conduct and representation within the political landscape of Pasig City as the election period progresses.