Tag: 19th Congress

10 Politicians Who Fought Back Against China’s Aggression In The West Philippine Sea

(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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Senators denounce Cha-cha ‘bribers’

(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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Besties Na! Erap Reunites With Former Rival De Venecia

(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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Jinggoy, Imee inalmahan P100 bayad sa pirma para sa Cha-cha

(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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‘Unethical, illegal’: Jinggoy slams P100 per signature campaign for Charter Change

(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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On P100 per signature petition for Charter Change

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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Senate calls for urgent solution for Panay Island blackouts

(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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On the high ticket prices in cinemas in the Ph

Kailangan ng masusing pag-aaral kung paano magiging abot-kaya sa mga kababayan natin ang presyo ng mga tickets sa sinehan. Minsan ko ng idinulog ito sa plenaryo ng Senado sa isang privilege speech noong Nobyembre 2022. Sa pagbabalik namin sa Senado sa Enero 22, umaasa ako na tatalakayin na sa Committee on Public Information and Mass…
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Government asked to prevent huge power blackout in Panay Island

(INQUIRER) MANILA, Philippines — Government agencies and stakeholders have been requested to find a solution to the massive power outage in Panay Island as soon as possible. Senator Jinggoy Estrada made the call on Wednesday, saying the severity of the situation cannot be overstated. “The absence of electricity not only affects households but also cripples businesses, hospitals,…
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On massive power outage in Panay Island

The severity of the power shortage in Panay Island cannot be overstated. The absence of electricity not only affects households but also cripples businesses, hospitals, and other crucial services that depend on a reliable power source. This issue needs to be resolved immediately and efficiently. I urge the concerned government agencies, power utilities, and relevant…
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