Lacson Backs PAF Review of Policy on Awards and Badges for Reservists

Sen. Panfilo “Ping” M. Lacson on Tuesday backed the Philippine Air Force (PAF) Reserve Command’s plan to review and strengthen its policies on the conferment of awards and honorary badges to reservists, saying each military decoration should represent a specific act of heroism, valor, courage, or an outstanding feat.

“Behind every ribbon pinned on a soldier’s uniform represents a medal. Every medal has a unique story about heroism, valor, courage and bravery, or an outstanding feat even outside the combat zone,” Lacson, who served in the Philippine Constabulary, said in a post on X.

In Filipino: Lacson, Sinuportahan ang Pagsusuri ng PAF sa Patakaran sa mga Parangal at Badge para sa mga Reservist

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Interview on ANC: SEA Games Early Hosting Woes; Voting in Tandem; ‘Pork’ in 2020 Budget | Nov. 27, 2019

In an interview on ANC, Sen. Lacson answered questions on:
– House leaders’ claims that Senate to blame for early hosting woes for SEA Games
– pork in the 2020 budget
– reported proposal to vote for President and VP in tandem
– advice to VP Robredo after her removal as ICAD co-chair

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