(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — Senator Jinggoy Estrada sees no reason why newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto would not get the nod of the Commission on Appointments (CA). As part of the CA, Estrada noted the traditional parliamentary courtesy being accorded to former members of Congress when they are subjected to the confirmation process. “By…
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There is a traditional parliamentary courtesy accorded to former colleagues in Congress when they are subjected to confirmation process. By and large, it ensures the appointee a smooth-sailing confirmation process at the Commission on Appointments. However, as a member of a collegial body, I can only speak for myself. I cannot predict the proceedings or…
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(POLITIKO) Discover how 10 Filipino politicians, including Senator Grace Poe and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., courageously confront China’s aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea, emphasizing a resolute commitment to safeguarding national sovereignty and maritime interests. Senator Grace Poe urges consistent resolution against China’s bullying tactics, emphasizing the need to defend the country’s territory. Senate…
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(THE MANILA TIMES) TWO senators on Monday denounced the reported attempt by some Charter change (Cha-cha) proponents to bribe local government leaders into signing a petition to amend the Constitution. “Our Constitution is not for sale,” Sen. Maria Josefa Imelda “Imee” Marcos said in a statement. “We denounce those allegedly bribing districts, LGUs (local government…
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(POLITIKO) Former president Joseph Estrada and former speaker Jose de Venecia set aside old rivalries for a friendly reunion. The two politikos got a chance to reconnect when De Venecia recently paid a visit to Estrada at his home. Snapshots from the reunion between the once-bitter foes have been shared by Senator Jinggoy Estrada on…
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(INQUIRER) Hindi pinalagpas ni Senator Jinggoy Estrada ang napa-ulat na pagbabayad ng P100 sa bawat pipirma para sa isinusulong na People’s Initiative, na magiging daan para magkaroon ng Charter change o Cha-cha. “It is unethical and illegal to solicit signatures of constituents to petition for Charter change moves in exchange for P100, in the guise…
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(MANILA BULLETIN) Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada on Monday, January 8 slammed as “unethical” and “illegal” the reported attempts to railroad Charter change where local chief executives were supposedly asked to give P100 to every constituent who would sign a petition to amend a constitutional provision directing Congress to vote separately when amending the Constitution. Estrada…
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It is unethical and illegal to solicit signatures of constituents to petition for Charter change moves in exchange for P100, in the guise of supposed people’s initiative. This practice clearly violates our laws and undermines the democratic process. The people’s initiative is a constitutional right that should be exercised freely and without coercion. Whoever is…
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Let us remember the true meaning of Christmas as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a time for love, peace, and unity, where we put aside our differences and come together as one nation. We have faced many trials and difficulties in the past, but our resilience and strength have helped us…
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(PNA) MANILA – Senators asked on Thursday concerned agencies, including the Department of Energy (DOE), to fix the power outage in Panay Island. Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri was dismayed by the persistent blackouts happening in several provinces in Western Visayas, particularly in Iloilo. “This situation is no longer tolerable, and the Department of Energy and the…
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