How many Senate and Congressional inquiries in aid of legislation leads to legislative actions or charges against individuals involved in wrongdoing,
It's not uncommon for such inquiries to result in legislative changes or legal actions. Lawmakers should conduct investigations respectfully and professionally, refraining from grandstanding or using vulgar language unbecoming of their roles as leaders of the nation.
In the case of former Senator Richard "Dick" Gordon's efforts to push for charges against Pharmally executives and government officials, this highlights the role that lawmakers can play in holding individuals accountable for their actions.
During the pandemic, many of us felt hopeless as we witnessed a severe lack of PPE and essential medical supplies needed to combat the crisis. The loss of nearly 70 thousand Filipino lives and the chaos within our medical community are heartbreaking realities.
The actions of companies like Pharmally, profiting from our country's suffering, are unacceptable. However, our silence on such issues, influenced by the popularity of certain leaders, reflects a deeper problem with our electoral system and the naivety of the electorate in choosing deserving leaders.
It's commendable to have a Senator like former Senator Dick Gordon, who fearlessly investigated the Pharmally case despite facing backlash from those in power. He remained steadfast in his pursuit of justice, standing up against what he believed to be a heartless betrayal of the Filipino people during the pandemic."
The Philippines, a nation with great potential, often falls short in electing leaders with a true passion to serve and uplift the lives of those in poverty. We are in dire need of leaders who prioritize building a better healthcare system and addressing the needs of the most vulnerable in our society.
Nonetheless, recent revelations coming from former President Rodrigo Duterte’s very own trusted man has vindicated Gordon, once vilified by the fire-breathing Duterte.
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In a new era at PCSO, GM Robles welcomes Chairman Reyes. Newly-appointed PCSO Chairman Felix Reyes aims to extend support to more people, including those in remote areas. GM Robles looks forward to collaborating with Chairman Reyes, praising his judicial background and public service record as assets for PCSO's advancement.
"This marks the beginning of a new chapter for PCSO, and we are excited to work alongside Chairman Reyes," expressed GM Robles.
Chairman Reyes, in his initial interview post-appointment, emphasized the importance of expanding the organization's reach, to provide essential medical and other forms of assistance to more people, including those in remote provinces. Chairman Reyes emphasizes the need to broaden assistance to the underserved by leveraging branch office services, ushering in a new era of support for those in need.
GM Robles elaborated on their goal to extend assistance to the most vulnerable sectors across the nation, aiming to provide relief and support to alleviate their suffering.
GM Robles emphasized the importance of enhancing communication between the PCSO central office and branch offices to swiftly address requests for assistance from vulnerable sectors. Chairman Reyes aims to boost PCSO's annual revenue to increase support for the Bureau of Treasury and extend aid to more individuals. He plans to raise the revenue target from P60 billion to P78 billion next year and possibly even to P100 billion in two years by introducing new betting platforms and leveraging modern technology for improved efficiency.
The Chairman clarified that all allegations against the PCSO are baseless. He extended an invitation to lawmakers to witness the draw process firsthand, encouraging them to provide objective recommendations based on their observations.
As a lawyer and former judge, Chairman Reyes pledged that all PCSO actions will comply with the law. He announced plans to address legal cases from previous administrations.
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