Mark Alcala Faces Criticism Over Instagram Caption
MARK ALCALA – The Mayor of Lucena City faced criticism over a caption in his Instagram post while sharing moments from his vacation. His simple caption, “Reserving my peace,” caught the attention of netizens, who questioned its grammar and meaning.
Although Alcala limited comments on his post, people discussed and mocked the phrase on other social media platforms. Some suggested that “preserving” would have been the correct word, while others joked that “reserving” made it sound like he was booking a seat.
Despite the backlash, some defended Alcala, saying his message was clear. Supporters explained that “reserving my peace” could mean taking steps to protect one’s inner calm. They suggested words like “securing,” “safeguarding,” or “maintaining” to avoid confusion. Others criticized the harshness of the comments, saying people were too quick to judge.
In addition to the grammar issue, netizens were curious about who accompanied Alcala on his vacation and who took his photos. There were rumors about a relationship with Kathryn Bernardo, but neither Alcala nor Kathryn’s camp has confirmed anything.
Meanwhile, Kathryn’s mother, Min Bernardo, caused a stir after unfollowing Mayor Alcala on Instagram. This came amid rumors of a relationship between them, although neither has confirmed it. Many think Mommy Min unfollowed the mayor to avoid encouraging gossip about her daughter’s personal life.
Some netizens suggested it was a response to the backlash, while others supported the rumored couple. There were also fans who praised the mayor for his intelligence. Min Bernardo has not commented on the situation, leaving uncertainty about whether she initially followed him or not.
Mark Don Victor Benitez Alcala, known as Mark Alcala, is the mayor of Lucena City, Quezon Province. He became the city’s youngest mayor in 2022, succeeding his father, Roderick Alcala. Before entering politics, he served as a Youth Ambassador and worked as an executive assistant in the City Mayor’s Office.