Today, on National Heroes Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to embody the admirable qualities of our heroes. Their legacy inspires us to create positive change, stand up for what is right, and contribute to the welfare of our society. I’m proud that this year’s National Heroes’ Day celebration coincided with the enactment of a…
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The Ombudsman’s decision to issue a preventive suspension order against certain officials from the Departments of Education and Budget and Management has essentially confirmed my previous claims of potential violations of government procurement laws. This is due to the observed pattern of repeat orders and contract splitting. Everyone who is accused of wrongdoing deserves a…
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The long-awaited enactment of the bill increasing veterans’ disability pension by as much as 488% marks a significant milestone in recognizing and honoring those who have dedicated their lives to the service of our nation. The valor and dedication displayed by our veterans are immeasurable. It is only just and fitting that we reciprocate their…
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It is hard to fathom the impact of Maria Susana “Toots” Ople’s passing on the lives of those she dedicated herself to helping- the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Toots fought tirelessly for their cause in recent years, making her a modern hero in their eyes. Toots devoted her life to aiding our OFWs and played…
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IN response to the deeply concerning case of maltreated and physically abused kasambahay Elvie Vergara, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has vowed to take decisive action to hold her employers accountable for the alleged violent and inhumane acts she suffered at their hands. “Walang puwang sa lipunan ang mga taong pinagsilbihan ni Elvie ng anim na…
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It’s an interesting move by the President, I must say as it came on the heels of a series of disturbing incidents in the West Philippine Sea involving the China Coast Guard (CCG) and the Philippine Coast Guard. Although we have yet to be informed of the extent of his authority or role given to…
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President Bongbong Marcos Jr. has already spoken and declared last week that he had “rescinded” that arrangement or agreement, “if there was such an agreement,” concerning the removal of BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal. This renders the debate about a possible promise made during former President Joseph Estrada’s tenure to the Chinese government irrelevant. …
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The continuing acts of harassment and provocation by the Chinese Coast Guard against the Philippine Coast Guard are a matter of great concern. Just last June 30, PCG ships experienced a similar aggressive action during a regular operation to re-supply marines stationed in Ayungin Shoal. The reported incident of blocking and using water cannons is…
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SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada is pushing for the legislation of an employer-provided package of insurance and other benefits for all line workers in the power industry sector, ensuring them a minimum coverage of as much as P2 million. “Given the hazards that come with their job, line workers more than deserve a package of insurance…
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It’s more fun for PH seniors SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has introduced a bill optimizing the leisure rights of senior citizens by granting them a 20 percent discount on travel tax so they can afford to travel in the country and abroad. “Para sa mga kagaya ko na senior citizen na at nais na makapag-travel…
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