Midas Marquez: Spooksperson

The Midas Touch

Supreme Court Administrator and Spokesperson Midas Marquez was named after King Midas, the legendary king who was popularly known in Greek mythology for his ability to turn everything he touched into gold. It was called the Golden touch, or the Midas touch. It was his parent’s chosen name because it they said that his father’s business flourished immediately after he was born.

The TV monitors are kind to Marquez because he really looks good and dignified everytime he’s infront of the cameras and broadcasting the latest court rulings or decision.

He also squirms when being called The New Crush ng Bayan, owing to the cool image that he projects on national television even if he’s announcing a controversial decision of the Supreme Court.

But when a video of him went viral over the Internet showing him shrieking after a microphone that fell during a press briefing, Marquez's quirky reaction prompted the online community to question and speculate about his sexuality.

Chokoleit Wits Part 3

POLYGAMOUS POLITICS

He also takes time to comment on whats hot on the news. He said the recent turnabouts among political parties are amusing but tiring so he would like to lighten it up a bit with some of his “Twiticissms”.

“BREAKING NEWS: Breaking rules is breaking the law. Give us a break! This is Sokoleyt Sokulit, Breaking the Ice!”

“So what else is new? Pati linyang 'to gasgas na rin. Let me rephrase, who else knew? Mali ba? Or where else is now? Tama ba? Ewaaan! Lamonayan!☺”

“Nakakapagod pakinggan mga kontra-banat-depensa bawat partido Re: Arroyo's Arrest. Idaan ko na lang sa komentong komedya. Circus Carnival, Atbp.”

Punong Mahistrado Blues

Favorite Song

A Victory Concert Party celebrating Noynoy Aquino's  win as the country’s new President was held last June 2010 at the Quezon Memorial Circle.  Aquino sang two songs. The songs were “Watch What Happens” by Sergio Mendes, and "Estudyante Blues" by Freddie Aguilar.

Last December 14, at the House of Representatives Christmas Party, Aquino sang Estudyante Blues again.

It seems Estudyante Blues is his favorite song.

Before the reported videoke singing, Aquino personally thanked all the congressmen who helped impeach Chief Justice Renato Corona.

He also expressed his gratitude for the quick passage of the 2012 national budget.

He said that he is hoping for reforms in the judiciary branch, as well as better prospects for the economy next year.