Ang tama ay IPAGLABAN. Ang mali ay LABANAN.
Having vetoed only P26.065 billion from the P288-billion “congressional insertions”, mostly in the bicameral conference, the budget for education is still not “assigned the highest budgetary priority” contrary to Article XIV Sec 5(5) of the 1987 Constitution.
That being said, Malacañang may already be preparing for any constitutional challenge that may arise from this – both before the Supreme Court and the court of public opinion.
Related: On the Slash in the DepEd’s Budget
From Malaya: We bet the majority of the Filipino people are sick and tired of this political tug-of-war. Former senator Panfilo Lacson’s advice for a “ceasefire” for both camps is in order.
In an interview on NET25, Ping Lacson answers questions on:
* Political ‘ceasefire’
* Confidential and Intelligence Funds
Continue reading “Ping: Confidential Funds and Political ‘Ceasefire’”
DAVAO CITY – Former Sen. Panfilo “Ping” M. Lacson appealed to members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Mindanao to help de-escalate the tension involving President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte.
Lacson, who was a guest speaker before the AmCham Mindanao‘s Annual US Thanksgiving here, said that instead of being entertained by the exchange of harsh words, “we should all do our part to help ease the tension.”
“While the perennial warmongers whose pastime is to make their day complete with their passion for gossip and entertainment be it between showbiz couples or political allies resulting in intense conflict and their eventual irreconcilable separation, the majority of us who are sober and discerning feel sad and concerned how this development could affect the future of our country,” he said.
Related: Ping Lacson, Umapela sa AmCham Mindanao Para Tumulong sa Pagbawas ng Tensyon sa Pulitika
Continue reading “Lacson Appeals to AmCham Mindanao Chapter to Help De-Escalate Political Tension”
In an interview on DWAR, Ping Lacson answers questions on:
* Rising tension in politics
* Mary Jane Veloso case
* Review of social service programs
Continue reading “Ping: Political ‘Ceasefire’; Mary Jane Veloso Case”