Mr. President, esteemed colleagues:
Today, we are confronted with a fundamental issue that transcends life itself—the dignity of every Filipino, even in death. Part of our solemn duty is to ensure that the rights we champion in life are upheld even in the final moments of one’s journey.
We cannot allow a situation where, even in death, there are challenges and obstacles that divide our people. The act of laying a loved one to rest should be a moment of peace, not […]
We thank President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for declaring a day of national mourning over the passing of Manlilikha ng Bayan Federico Caballero.
Caballero, affectionately called “Nong Pedring,” recently passed away at the age of 88, leaving us an indelible legacy in the preservation of Filipino heritage.
Nong Pedring kept the “Sugidanon,” or the epic tales of Central Panay, alive and vibrant by faithfully chanting them in the Kinaray-a language, ensuring that the rich oral traditions of his people are passed down to […]
Legarda honors former House Speaker De Venecia Jr. for remarkable contributions to country
The Senate has adopted a Resolution authored by Senator Loren Legarda honoring former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. for his distinguished career and profound contributions to the Philippines.
De Venecia, fondly known as JDV, served as Speaker of the House of Representatives for an unprecedented five terms from 1992 to 1998 and from 2001 to 2008. As the architect of the Rainbow Coalition, he played a key role […]
Legarda mourns passing of Manlilikha ng Bayan Federico Caballero
Senator Loren Legarda praised the achievements of the late Manlilikha ng Bayan Federico “Nong Pedring” Caballero as someone who left an indelible mark on the nation’s heritage.
Caballero, who died recently at the age of 88, was honored in 2000 with the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan award as an epic chanter of the Panay-Bukidnon community.
“He was the embodiment of dedication to the Panay-Bukidnon community, keeping the Sugidanon or the epic tales of […]
Sponsorship Speech of Senator Loren Legarda for Senate Resolution Honoring Former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. 28 August 2024
Mr. President, esteemed colleagues, it is with deep respect and honor that I stand before you today to sponsor a resolution paying tribute to an extraordinary man whose life and legacy have profoundly influenced our nation—Former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr.
Affectionately known as JDV, he is a towering figure in Philippine politics and governance. Hailing from Dagupan City, JDV’s journey in […]
