Legarda links Oplan: Talk Read to national drive for stronger early-grade learning

Senator Loren Legarda drew a clear connection between grassroots literacy efforts and her national push for stronger early-grade learning during the Oplan: Talk Read – Pagpupugay sa Tagumpay ng Pagbasa graduation ceremony in Caloocan on February 28.

She delivered her inspirational message praising the perseverance of learners, tutors, and educators while underscoring the urgency of addressing reading gaps revealed by Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II).

“Kapag marunong kang magbasa, parang binubuksan mo ang pinto sa napakaraming mundo. Mas marami kang […]

Legarda Backs DILG’s Anti‑Epal Policy, Calls for Enabling Law to End Political Credit-Grabbing

Senator Loren Legarda lauded the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for enforcing the nationwide removal of names, images, and likenesses of public officials from government‑funded projects, programs, and properties. She hailed the directive as a decisive step toward restoring integrity in governance and a reminder to public servants that public office is a trust, not a platform for self‑promotion.

“Public office is a public trust. Public funds are for public service, not for personal publicity,” Legarda declared as […]