Ellen Adarna Gets Real About Public Servants Who Act Like VIPs: "They're Supposed To Work For Us"

In an Instagram Story, Ellen didn't hold back as she weighed in on what she sees as a recurring issue: some public servants expecting special treatment.

"Just speaking from experience rani guys ha. ["This is only speaking from experience, guys."] Some are okay—grounded and respectful... But some are just UGH, barf!" she wrote.

She went on to emphasize that public servants are paid by the people and should act accordingly. "We're the ones paying for public servants—their salaries, their offices, their benefits. All of it comes from taxpayers. We're basically feeding them three meals a day, with snacks and coffee breaks in between. But when we deal with them? It's like we have to tiptoe, smile nice, and act like we owe them. Like they're royalty... in a country that's already a mess. [clown emoji] Uh, no," she added.

For Ellen, public service means accountability—not entitlement. "Shouldn't it be the other way around? They're supposed to work for us. Let's not forget who’s actually keeping the lights on here," she added.

For Ellen, public service means accountability—not entitlement. "Shouldn't it be the other way around? They're supposed to work for us. Let's not forget who's actually keeping the lights on here," she added.

"So, madlang people, don't ever let anyone make you feel like public servants are above you. Because if they do? That means they're more into maintaining power than actually serving the people."

"And when they forget who's boss? Remind them. So... uhm... kinsa diay imong bossing?! ["Who do you think your boss is?"]" she quipped.

While the official election results are still being tallied, Ellen's message rings loud and clear: public service is a privilege—not a throne. And the real power? It belongs to the people.