To the Inquirer: While I am gratified that my concerns have triggered a debate on the merits of the menstrual leave bill – online bashing by trolls notwithstanding – I am setting the record straight on some aspects of her column, and sharing the basis of my earlier opinion on the subject bill.
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While he is all for upholding the welfare of women, former Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson is concerned that a proposal for a paid menstrual leave may do more harm than good to the ordinary working woman whose rights it is supposed to uphold, as well as to the country.
Lacson pointed out the economic implications of such a leave may lead to layoffs or even closing of some factories whose owners do not have the budget for it.
“Instead of benefiting the female workforce in general, it may have a negative effect on the economic and political stability of the country,” he said.
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