"Formerly it was only in whispers, now it has become more commonly said and heard that the youngest sister of the president of the republic will also run as vice-president of the republic come 2016," said retired Lingayen Archbishop Oscar Cruz on Tuesday.

Cruz had clarified, however, that he has nothing against the presidential sister.

"I'm not saying she's not capable. If she's going to run, let her run because it takes so little requirement to be a public official in this country. You are a Filipino citizen, you know how to read and write," he added.

Cruz even said that Kris Aquino has a chance to beat her political opponents should she decide to run.

"She's an actress and the Filipino electorate in general likes actors and actresses--Like Lito Lapid," he added, referring to actor-turned-Senator Lito Lapid.

Presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda laughed the rumors off, however, even as he noted that he is not aware of Kris Aquino's plans.

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