Pep Talk as of November 2009
Let me extend my warm greetings to the Muslim Filipino community on this year’s celebration of Eid’l Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice.
November 27, 2009
I respect and welcome Senator Francis Escudero’s decision not to seek higher office next year. Three months ago, he asked me to be his vice presidential running mate, to which I agreed to in my desire to help present a meaningful platform of governance to our people.
November 24, 2009
I condemn in the strongest possible terms the recent killing of at least 21 people, including a number of women and media personnel, by unidentified gunmen in Maguindanao province.
November 24, 2009
SLL Statement on the Disqualification of AngLadlad Party for the 2010 Elections
As citizen and Senator of the Republic, I question the recent rejection of AngLadlad Party to be a duly registered sectoral party by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) because of allegations of ‘immorality.’ The Comelec invoked passages from the Holy Bible and the sacred Qu’ran to justify their decision on Ang Ladlad’s petition for party registration.
November 15, 2009
Congratulations to Manny Pacquiao
I'm so happy and proud for the Filipino people with the victory of Manny Pacquiao! Congrats Manny!!
November 15, 2009
I respect the decision of Senator Chiz Escudero to resign from the Nationalist People’s Coalition and understand the noble sentiments behind it.
October 28, 2009
While agriculture is recognized as the most vital industry to fight hunger and poverty, it is also the sector with the highest level of trade distortions.
October 26, 2009
Let's Implement this 20-year old Rainwater Collection Law
We don’t even have to make a new law. We just have to implement an existing one. This 20-year old law solves two problems at once: flooding and water shortages.
October 19, 2009
Ondoy is a clear manifestation of climate change
Ondoy is a clear manifestation of climate change. More and more, climate change will bring devastating impacts that we can no longer ignore. We need real action and we need it now.
September 30, 2009
Set aside politics, help people
We must set aside politics and cooperate with each other to help the victims of typhoon Ondoy, one of the most destructive natural disasters to hit our country.
September 29, 2009
Loren mourns with the INC for Manalo
Ka Erdy is a great loss not only to the numerous followers of the Iglesia Ni Cristo but to the entire Filipino people.
September 02, 2009
