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// September 6, 2016
SEP
06
2016

Recto said lawlessness declaration must have expiry date

I support the declaration of a state of lawlessness. But I have my reservations on one that is indefinite. I am for a national emergency which has an expiry date for the simple reason that it injects a deadline to be met in quelling lawless violence. By stating when the emergency
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SEP
06
2016

Strong US-PH relations won’t be wrecked by a wayward quote -Recto

Built on a shared past and bound by a common vision, US-Philippine relations are strong enough that it cannot be weakened or wrecked by a wayward quote. An unprovoked tirade will not drain the deep reservoir of goodwill between Filipinos and Americans. This is the time to remind
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SEP
06
2016

Senate Barangay polls bill to include 2 key reforms

Two key reforms meant to remove the disruptive effects of barangay elections in the construction of public infrastructure projects and in the appointment of government personnel have been incorporated in the Senate bill postponing the barangay polls. Approved during Monday’s
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